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UAE Judiciary Convicts 53 Persons Linked to Justice and Dignity Terrorist Organization

Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal (WAM)
Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal (WAM)
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UAE Judiciary Convicts 53 Persons Linked to Justice and Dignity Terrorist Organization

Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal (WAM)
Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal (WAM)

The Abu Dhabi Federal Appeals Court has convicted 53 individuals and six companies of terrorism offenses, in the case of the terrorist Justice and Dignity Organization.
WAM news agency reported on Wednesday that the defendants comprise leaders and members of the Muslim Brotherhood organization, and punishment ranges from life imprisonment to fines of AED 20 million (USD5.4 million).
Forty-three defendants were sentenced to life imprisonment for establishing and managing a terrorist organization called the Justice and Dignity Committee, with the purpose of committing terrorist acts in the UAE.
Moreover, five defendants were sentenced to 15 years in prison each for cooperating with the Reform Call organization and supporting it on social media platforms, with prior knowledge of its purpose to take action against the country.
Five other defendants were given 10-year sentences and fined AED 10 million for “laundering money that was obtained for the crimes of creating, establishing, and financing a terrorist organization,” WAM agency said.
In addition, six companies were fined AED 20 million each for money laundering and financing a terrorist organization. The companies have been ordered to close their headquarters and dissolve, and their assets will be confiscated.
WAM also reported that another 24 defendants had their cases dismissed and one defendant was acquitted.

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Saudi Arabia Pursues Efforts to Quell Sudan Crisis

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Pursues Efforts to Quell Sudan Crisis

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)
Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji at the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan (SPA)

Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Al-Khuraiji reaffirmed the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to resolve the Sudanese crisis. He expressed Saudi Arabia’s openness to international initiatives aimed at bringing peace to Sudan.
At the Second Consultative Meeting on Enhancing Coordination of Peace Initiatives and Efforts in Sudan, held in Djibouti, Al-Khuraiji discussed the Kingdom’s ongoing efforts to resolve the Sudanese crisis.
He mentioned that Saudi Arabia, in partnership with the United States, facilitated talks between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, leading to the Jeddah Declaration on May 11, 2023, which aimed to protect civilians.
Al-Khuraiji also noted the continuation of talks with the involvement of the African Union and IGAD, emphasizing Saudi Arabia’s support for African-led solutions.
He reiterated Saudi Arabia’s commitment to restoring stability in Sudan and urged all parties to act with wisdom, show restraint, and support positive initiatives.
Al-Khuraiji also met with EU Special Representative for the Horn of Africa, Annette Weber, on the sidelines of the consultative meeting.
In separate meetings, he also met with the UN Envoy for Sudan, Ramtane Lamamra, and US Special Envoy for Sudan, Tom Perriello.
During these meetings, they reviewed the latest developments in Sudan, explored ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, and discussed topics of mutual interest.
The Sudanese Coordination of Civil Democratic Forces (Taqaddum) expressed support for international and regional meetings, hoping they would bring positive results to ease the suffering of the Sudanese people.
They urged the need that discussions focus on ensuring humanitarian aid reaches those in need, protecting civilians, and achieving an immediate ceasefire.
Taqaddum highlighted the importance of international legal frameworks for civilian protection and safe passageways during the conflict.
They called on international and regional partners to quickly bring both sides back to negotiations, build on the Jeddah agreements, and secure a binding ceasefire with effective monitoring.
Taqaddum also stressed the need for a unified negotiation platform to achieve peace.