Gulf Attacks
Egypt strongly condemned Iran's Wednesday strikes on Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a flagrant violation of the two Gulf states' sovereignty and warning that the attacks mark an unacceptable escalation that threatens regional security and stability.
Abdelatty said “confidence-building measures” based on non-aggression would need to be taken.
Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, reviewed developments in the US-Iran talks and efforts aimed at halting escalation and ending the war.
The Egyptian foreign ministry condemned “acts of intrusion and vandalism” targeting the Kuwaiti consulate general in Iraq’s Basra, as well as strikes on infrastructure in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Bahrain.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty communicated Egypt’s position during phone calls on Saturday with the foreign ministers of Germany, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, in addition to European Commission officials.
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani commended the “sincere” mediation efforts exerted by Egypt, alongside Turkey and Pakistan, to contain the conflict.
The House of Representatives and the Senate described the security of the Arab Gulf states and Jordan as integral to Egypt’s national security.
The government is closely monitoring developments to ensure stable supplies, enhance competitiveness and preserve economic gains achieved in recent years amid a highly volatile global environment.
Ibrahim emphasized Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening coordination with Egypt toward halting the war and easing tensions.
Speaking during an extensive briefing with regional and international media in Cairo, Abdelatty said the efforts are being conducted in coordination with regional and international partners to prevent the region from sliding into “comprehensive chaos” and to avert a potential global economic downturn.
The sources said patience is wearing thin among some Gulf states following Iranian strikes that have targeted key infrastructure, including ports, energy facilities, and airports.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty held phone conversations with the foreign ministers of Iran, Türkiye, Pakistan and Qatar, in addition to US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, pressing for de-escalation and a halt to the war in the region.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates refuted “misinformation” on social media regarding Egyptian deaths due to military actions.
El-Sisi's Gulf visits reaffirmed Egypt’s consistent condemnation of unjustified attacks on the territories of its Gulf neighbors and efforts to undermine their security, stability, and national resources.
The visits reaffirmed Egypt’s consistent condemnation of unjustified attacks on the territories of its Gulf neighbors and efforts to undermine their security, stability, and national resources.
El-Sisi made the remarks during a meeting on Saturday with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz in Jeddah, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s support for the stability and sovereignty of Oman and Gulf Arab states amid the ongoing regional escalation, the Presidency said in a statement.
Speaking at a meeting with ministers and heads of industrial and commercial chambers, Madbouly stressed that the state’s proactive measures have strengthened the country’s ability to secure raw materials and meet all production needs, the Cabinet said in a statement.
The visit, carried out under directives from President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, also aims to convey Egypt’s solidarity with Arab countries, the foreign ministry said in a statement.
El-Sisi’s remarks come as the US-Israeli war in Iran enters its 14th day, with retaliatory Iranian strikes targeting several Gulf and other Arab countries, risking a widening conflict and deepening instability across the Middle East.
