UAE sends aid to Ukraine
The aid is a departure for the Emirates, which has remained neutral on the Russia-Ukraine conflict so far in a reflection of improving UAE-Russia ties.
The United Arab Emirates announced an aid package to Ukraine today.
The UAE donated $5 million to the United Nations to be used for its humanitarian and refugee-related response to the war in Ukraine, the Emirati Ministry of Foreign Affairs said today in a statement.
“The UAE has underscored the importance of focusing on the deteriorating humanitarian situation for civilians, including by ensuring their protection" and "unimpeded access for humanitarian agencies and actors and safe passage for those seeking to leave the country without discrimination or obstacles,” read the statement.
Why it matters: Russia invaded Ukraine last week, leading to civilian casualties, damage to Ukrainian infrastructure and hundreds of thousands of people fleeing their homes. The conflict is largely about Russia’s concerns that Ukraine will join the Western NATO alliance.
