Abu dhabi: HH President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed in a phone call Wednesday with the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the latest developments in the region and the repercussions of military actions that threaten security and stability at both the regional and international levels.

According to Qatar News Agency, both sides stressed the need for an immediate cessation of all forms of escalation and the adoption of dialogue and diplomacy as a means to resolve disputes in a way that preserves the security of nations, protects the safety of their people, and prevents further deterioration of the situation in the region.