Egypt’s FM, Bahraini counterpart discuss bilateral ties, efforts to reinstate ceasefire in Gaza

CAIRO – 30 March 2025: During a phone call took place on Saturday, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty and his Bahraini counterpart Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani discussed bilateral ties and the ongoing Egyptian-Qatari efforts to reinstate the ceasefire agreement in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Minister Abdelatty praised the close relations between Egypt and Bahrain, which represent a strong foundation for developing bilateral cooperation in various fields. 

He noted the importance of continuing coordination and joint action to advance the distinguished level of cooperation between the two countries, emphasizing the important role played by Bahrain as the current president of the Council of the League of Arab States.

The two ministers reviewed the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and the ongoing Egyptian-Qatari efforts to reinstate the ceasefire in Gaza, and ensure the implementation of its three phases. 

The two ministers also exchanged views on various issues and topics affecting the security and stability of the region.

The Israeli forces resumed attacks on Gaza on March 18, breaking a ceasefire that had allowed for the release of dozens of captives taken by Hamas during the October 7, 2023 attacks.

Egypt is seeking to restore the ceasefire and resume the entry of the humanitarian aid into the besieged Gaza Strip, where more than 1.5 million people suffer from airstrikes, and starvation. So, Egypt has presented a new proposal to the both sides, in coordination with other negotiators.