“The League of Arab States can and should play an important role in addressing conflicts that afflict its member states and their regional neighbors,” said Tammy Bruce, U.S. Deputy Representative of the United States to the United Nations.
Consider Gaza, she said. President Donald Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict which the Security Council endorsed in Resolution 2803, has demonstrated the way forward to a stable, safe, and prosperous Middle East. Many members of the League of Arab States have shown courage in countering the scourge of terrorism and seeking a better future for the region.
The United States will continue to work with Israelis and Palestinians to build on that progress.
The reopening of the King Hussein Bridge, the humanitarian corridor through Jordan, has helped dramatically increase the flow of assistance into Gaza and provides a model for others.
“The United States looks forward to working with members of the League of Arab States to expand the Abraham Accords and promote greater regional integration for this generation and all those who come after,” said Ms. Bruce.
That means tackling regional challenges together.
The ongoing crisis in Yemen and Houthi attacks against Americans, Yemenis, and other regional partners continue to destabilize the region. The Houthis have killed Americans, stopped lawful commerce, repeatedly raided UN offices, and detained UN and international aid staff. Even now, the Houthis have unlawfully detained more than 70 UN staff and have launched missiles and drones at American ships, servicemembers, and allies.
These terrorists are dragging Yemen down a path of suffering and poverty, declared Ms. Bruce.
“We welcome steps by the Republic of Yemen government to unify security forces under one command capable of focusing on the Houthi and other terrorist threats as well as to form a new cabinet capable of ensuring a more secure and stable Yemen.”
The conflict in Sudan is different, noted Ms. Bruce. “There is no military solution to the crisis in Sudan. . . .That is why we are continuing to press for an immediate humanitarian truce that guarantees sustained and unhindered humanitarian access.”
“The League of Arab States has an important role to play in pressuring the belligerents to accept the truce,” said Ms. Bruce.
“We urge the League of Arab States to take up the mantle of practical leadership, regional responsibility, and a sustained commitment to peace and stability.”
The United States will continue to support the efforts of the League of Arab States and the United Nations to draft the region’s next chapter, said Ms. Bruce, one that emphasizes peace, friendship, and prosperity.