UAE strongly condemns attack on UN Mission in Central African Republic

The UAE has strongly condemned the attack that targetted a UN peacekeeping patrol near the town of Birao in the Central African Republic (CAR), that left one dead and another injured.

The victims were members of the Zambian contingent serving with the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA).

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) underscored the UAE’s rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability.

The Ministry reaffirmed that targeting UN and humanitarian missions constitutes a blatant violation of the principles of international law, stressing the UAE's full support for the vital role of MINUSCA in promoting security and stability in the Central African Republic.

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the family of the victim, and to the government of Zambia, and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

The Ministry further expressed its solidarity with the United Nations, and the countries contributing to international efforts aimed at achieving peace and stability in the region and worldwide.