https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-uk-leans-towards-backing-uae-s-lana-nusseibeh-for-un-secretary-generalContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-uk-leans-towards-backing-uae-s-lana-nusseibeh-for-un-secretary-generalhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-uk-leans-towards-backing-uae-s-lana-nusseibeh-for-un-secretary-general#u164830Sat, 31 Oct 2026 06:15:48 +0000The UK is leaning towards supporting Lana Nusseibeh, a UAE diplomat, for the role of UN secretary-general. Her candidacy has drawn controversy over the UAE's role in Sudan's civil war, where it is accused of supporting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Nusseibeh has gained support from Palestine and Kazakhstan. However, human rights groups have raised concerns over her potential leadership.Why it mattersThe UN secretary-general election is a significant event that impacts global diplomacy and international relations. The UAE's involvement in Sudan's civil war has raise