The UAE Establishes a National Committee to Document Aggression and International Crimes
In a significant step to enhance human rights and document violations, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, announced the formation of a specialized national committee to document aggression and international crimes. This committee will take on substantial responsibilities in documenting the impacts of Iranian aggression and related crimes, providing the state with an effective means to record events according to high legal and technical standards.
Details of the Committee’s Formation
His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed issued Decision No. (4) of 2026, which stipulates the formation of the National Committee to Document Acts of Aggression and International Crimes. This committee will be chaired by the Attorney General of the state, with its mission focused on documenting Iranian acts of aggression and related crimes, particularly the damages suffered by the state, its citizens, and visitors. Through this effort, the state aims to build a comprehensive national record based on reliable evidence.
Composition and Objectives of the Committee
The committee is composed of a diverse group of members, including representatives from various federal and local ministries and agencies, reflecting institutional integration among security, judicial, technical, and economic entities. The decision grants the committee the authority to engage local and international experts in accordance with globally accepted standards for documenting international crimes.
The committee has a broad scope of work, undertaking the documentation and monitoring of all incidents related to Iranian military attacks, while scrutinizing the nature and circumstances of these incidents. Its responsibilities also include assessing human and material damages using specific technical methodologies, in addition to documenting losses and injuries based on reliable official records.
Technical Infrastructure and Legal Support
The decision outlines the establishment of a technical secretariat to support the committee’s work, along with the creation of a central database to store and classify relevant evidence and information. This database will employ advanced technologies to ensure the security and integrity of data. The attention to technical details reflects the UAE’s commitment to enhancing the reliability of the gathered evidence and facilitating its use in legal proceedings.
The decision highlights the UAE’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting human rights, as well as the importance of documenting violations to promote justice. The outcomes of the committee’s work will effectively contribute to the state’s legal efforts, both nationally and internationally, providing a comprehensive set of evidence that supports accountability in line with globally recognized standards.
Through this decision, the UAE takes a tangible step towards documenting aggression and international crimes, thereby supporting the education of the local and international community on these issues. The committee will operate with professionalism and transparency to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the collected information, making it an effective tool in the pursuit of justice.