
2026-10-23 02:40 UTC · The Times of Israel
UAE nominates diplomat Lana Nusseibeh to be next UN chief, potentially breaking deadlock
Lead
Well-regarded Emirati official more likely to secure support from US after six inconclusive rounds of Security Council voting; she would be first female secretary-general and first of Palestinian heritage
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- Pro‑Right 8%
- Neutral 84%