Egyptian Foreign Ministry

Egypt condemns deadly terrorist attack at Somalia’s Damanyo base

Sun, 18 May 2025 - 01:21 GMT

In a foreign ministry statement, Egypt reaffirmed its continued support for Somali national institutions and their security and military capabilities.

Egypt lauds India-Pakistan ceasefire, urges US to foster truce in Gaza

Sat, 10 May 2025 - 04:15 GMT

The nuclear-armed South Asian neighbors agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday after four days of fighting—the worst in decades—that threatened to escalate into full-scale war.

Egypt hopes Yemen ceasefire reflects positively on Red Sea shipping freedom: Foreign ministry

Wed, 07 May 2025 - 11:57 GMT

Egypt expressed hope for continued commitment to the agreement, leading to positive progress in ending the Israeli war in Gaza and supporting efforts to achieve regional security and stability.

Egypt urges India, Pakistan to exercise restraint amid deadly exchange of fire

Wed, 07 May 2025 - 08:30 GMT

Egypt underlined the importance of resorting to peaceful solutions that fulfill the aspiration of both countries’ friendly peoples in achieving calm and stability.

Cairo urges Egyptian Umrah pilgrims to depart Saudi Arabia by 29 April to avoid penalties

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 - 09:41 GMT

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Wednesday, emphasizing that Umrah pilgrims who do not exit the Kingdom by this deadline will face significant penalties imposed by Saudi authorities.

Egypt hopes US-Iran nuclear talks will lead to agreement ensuring regional stability

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 - 08:35 GMT

Egypt welcomed Oman’s hosting of the first direct negotiations between the US and Iran, commending the cooperative approach demonstrated by both negotiating sides.

Egypt condemns deadly attack on UN peacekeeping mission in Central African Republic

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 - 01:13 GMT

Egypt reaffirmed its support for the vital role MINUSCA plays in promoting peace and stability in the region, as well as for the countries contributing to UN peacekeeping operations.

Egyptians in Myanmar, Thailand confirmed safe after deadly earthquake

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 04:01 GMT

The devastating earthquake that struck central Myanmar has claimed more than 1,644 lives as of this writing.

Egypt expresses solidarity with Niger after at least 44 killed in mosque attack

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 - 11:12 GMT

“Egypt condemns the brutal terrorist attack that targeted a mosque in southwestern Niger, resulting in the deaths and injuries of dozens of victims,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Sunday.

Egypt celebrates anniversary of raising national flag over Taba after pivotal diplomatic battle

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 - 02:42 GMT

On 19 March, 2025, Egypt celebrated the anniversary of raising the Egyptian flag over Taba, a territory regained through a diplomatic struggle that lasted fourteen months, the foreign ministry says.

Egypt: Syria strikes reflect Israeli insistence on further fueling regional tensions

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 - 10:55 GMT

Egypt emphasized that the Israeli strikes constitute "a serious escalation" and "a blatant violation of Syrian sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity."

Egypt condemns deadly targeting of Somali president’s convoy, affirms solidarity with Mohamud

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 - 09:15 GMT

“Egypt expresses its strong condemnation of this criminal terrorist act and rejects all forms of violence and terrorism that aim to destabilize security and stability in Somalia,” said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement on Wednesday.

Egypt warns parallel Sudanese gov’t hinders unity, worsens humanitarian situation

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 - 07:35 GMT

“Egypt expresses its rejection of any attempts that threaten the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of brotherly Sudan, including efforts to form a parallel Sudanese government.”

Egypt pledges continued support for Lebanon's new government

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 - 10:30 GMT

Egypt has welcomed the new Lebanese government gaining the confidence of the parliament on Wednesday.

Engineers Syndicate forms Gaza reconstruction committee as Egypt rejects displacement plans

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 - 10:47 GMT

The committee will explore opportunities for expanding Egypt's role in reconstruction, considering the potential interest of various international and regional parties in participating in the rebuilding efforts.

Egypt rejects allocating land for Gazans, displeased with US-Israeli remarks: Sources

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 - 09:00 GMT

“Egypt reaffirms its rejection of the resettlement of Gaza residents and adheres to its firm position,” the sources said.

Egypt welcomes formation of new Lebanese gov’t as ‘important step toward new phase’

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 - 05:41 GMT

“We commend this important step that would contribute to achieving security and stability in brotherly Lebanon and restoring [the country’s] regional status that it deserves,” the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.

Egypt reaffirms rejection of Palestinian displacement as Trump pushes for relocating Gazans

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 - 09:53 GMT

Egypt rejects “the displacement or encouragement of the transfer or uprooting of Palestinians from their land, whether temporarily or in the long term.”

Egypt says Israel will release over 1,890 Palestinian prisoners in 1st phase of Gaza ceasefire deal

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 - 04:14 GMT

The foreign ministry confirmed that the first phase will last for 42 days and is scheduled to begin on Sunday at 8:30 AM.

Egypt condemns ‘terrorist’ attack on presidential palace in Chad

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 - 01:21 GMT

Egypt affirmed full solidarity with the government and people of Chard in such critical time, denouncing this terrorist act that targeted the nation’s security and stability.

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