UAE Official Praises US President's Efforts to End Gaza Conflict and Support Peace Plan
The UAE's top diplomat praised President Donald Trump for ending the Gaza war and backing a peace plan that brought international support at a gathering in Sharm el-Sheikh. Dr. Anwar Gargash says this marks the start of a new phase of detailed discussions now that what he called a "war of extermination" has ended.
Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE President, said Trump deserves recognition for stopping the Gaza conflict and making the peace plan an official US initiative. Writing on X, he noted how Trump managed to rally the international community around the plan during meetings in the Egyptian resort city.
The timing matters here. Trump made the Gaza ceasefire one of his first foreign policy wins after taking office. By getting international backing in Sharm el-Sheikh, he's positioned the US as the main broker for whatever comes next.
Gargash's comments signal how regional powers view this moment. The UAE has been pushing for stability in the Middle East and sees the ceasefire as a chance to prevent further escalation that could hurt the entire region's economy and security.
But here's the thing - calling it a "war of extermination" shows how seriously Gulf states viewed the conflict's potential to spiral out of control. The UAE and other regional players were worried about getting pulled into a wider war that could disrupt trade routes and energy markets.
For investors and governments watching the region, this could mean more stability in oil prices and shipping through key routes like the Suez Canal. The UAE's business-friendly approach means they want to get back to economic growth rather than dealing with regional conflicts.
The real test comes in those "detailed discussions" Gargash mentioned. Peace plans are easier to announce than implement, and the specifics of rebuilding Gaza and managing long-term security will determine if this actually holds.
Layla Al Mansoori