Dr. Anwar Gargash, the diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, recently addressed criticism from Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf regarding the nomination of Lana Nusseibeh for the position of UN Secretary-General. In a social media post, Gargash questioned whether the inflammatory comments truly reflected Ghalibaf’s personal stance or were merely the work of a social media manager. He defended Nusseibeh’s credentials, noting that her reputation for diplomacy and conflict resolution naturally draws ire from hardline factions who may not value the UN’s core mission of fostering global dialogue.

Nusseibeh, who serves as the UAE’s Minister of State and Envoy to the UN and European Union, was formally nominated by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan with a platform centered on "quiet diplomacy." Her strategy emphasizes practical, results-oriented negotiations that prioritize humanitarian aid and the de-escalation of conflicts. By advocating for collaboration with regional mediators and those closest to the frontlines, Nusseibeh aims to move beyond mere talk, pushing instead for tangible agreements that can alleviate human suffering and create a pathway toward sustainable global peace.