The United Arab Emirates has reiterated its call to end the Russian war in Ukraine through diplomacy and dialogue.

In a statement, the UAE’s Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Lana Nusseibeh said that his country firmly believes that diplomacy remains the only viable way to end the crisis.

He said UAE shares the international community’s deep concerns about the repercussions of the current situation on civilians in and out of Ukraine, and regional and international peace, security and stability.