Sudanese diaspora and human rights groups denounce UAE nominee for UN top job
Summary
Sudanese diaspora members and human rights advocates criticized the UAE’s nomination of diplomat Lana Nusseibeh to become the next UN secretary-general. They cited her denials of allegations that the UAE supports Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, while Nusseibeh said she would back UN investigations and accountability efforts if elected.Key Facts
- The UAE nominated Nusseibeh to succeed António Guterres, whose second five-year term ends this year.
- Rights groups and others have documented allegations of UAE support for the Rapid Support Forces, which has been accused of atrocities in Sudan.
- The UN said the RSF attack on El Fasher in October 2025 had “hallmarks of genocide.”
- Sudanese activists and advocates said Nusseibeh’s past denials could undermine trust in the UN and accountability for abuses.
- Nusseibeh said she had taken leave from her UAE government post and would support UN fact-finding and transitional justice efforts.
- A candidate needs at least nine votes in the 15-member Security Council and must avoid a veto by any of its five permanent members.
- A recent informal Security Council poll put former Costa Rican vice-president Rebeca Grynspan narrowly ahead, but every candidate received at least two opposing votes from permanent members.
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