EU urged to take stance on island dispute

brussels — The UAE has urged the European Union to adopt a clear position regarding Iran’s occupation of three UAE islands — the Greater and Lesser Tunbs and Abu Musa,

Dr Amal Abdullah Al Qubaisi, Speaker of the Federal National Council, FNC, has called on Martin Schulz, President of the European Parliament (EP) requesting him to call for an end to the Iranian occupation through peaceful means and direct negotiations, or else refer the dispute to the International Court of Justice.

Dr. Al Qubaisi made these comments during a recent visit to Brussels, where she met with a number of European Union officials.

She stressed the importance of requesting Iran to stop interfering in the Arabian Gulf and the Middle East, respect the sovereignty of neighbouring states and not meddle with their internal affairs, adhere to international conventions and treaties, stop embracing and harbouring terrorist groups and igniting sectarian strife, and refrain from supporting terrorist militias.

Al Qubaisi went on to point out that the UAE is working towards establishing peace and eliminating threats to regional peace and security.

During the meeting, the two sides also reviewed the latest developments in the Gulf and Arab region, particularly Syrian refugees and the UAE’s efforts to provide humanitarian and relief assistance to the Syrian people.

Schulz said he supports the UAE’s position and its calls for stability and peace in the Arab and Middle East region, commending the active global role it plays in this matter and for its support of the Syrian people.

$137 m was spend by the UAE in aid for Syrian refugees