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The United Arab Emirates is actively involved in the geopolitical landscape of Gaza, having called for a cessation of hostilities [1] and expressing a unique willingness to participate in a postwar peacekeeping force [2]. Furthermore, the UAE is strategically positioning itself to influence Gaza's postwar governance [3] while navigating the challenges these conflicts pose to its regional influence [4] and humanitarian efforts [5].
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Opportunities for Collective Regional Security in the Middle East carnegieendowment.org 5 facts
claimThe United Arab Emirates was the only Arab state that expressed a willingness to participate in a peacekeeping force in Gaza after the war.
claimEgypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Türkiye have collectively called for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza and Lebanon and an end to all military operations in the region since October 2023.
claimThe wars in Gaza and Lebanon, combined with Israel's rejection of the two-state solution, challenged the United Arab Emirates' efforts to project influence through strategic partnerships.
claimThe United Arab Emirates seeks to influence postwar scenarios in Gaza by positioning itself as a pragmatic player capable of bridging divides and advancing a cooperative regional framework.
accountThe United Arab Emirates attempted to leverage its relationship with Israel to push for a ceasefire, facilitate humanitarian aid, and build regional consensus on governance for postwar Gaza and Lebanon.