Egypt condemns attacks on Saudi and Qatari tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
via Egypt Today2 min read
Egypt has strongly condemned Iran's targeting of a Saudi tanker and a Qatari gas tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the incidents as violations of international law and threats to the security and safety of international navigation. Egypt affirmed its complete rejection of actions that threaten regional security and stability or endanger freedom of navigation in international waterways. The country expressed full solidarity with both Saudi Arabia and Qatar, stressing the need for an immediate cessation of actions that could escalate regional tensions and calling for adherence to international law.
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President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended his gratitude to Egypt's national football team for their "unprecedented achievement" and "honorable performance" at the FIFA World Cup. On Tuesday, President El-Sisi shared his appreciation on social media, stating, "Thank you to the heroes of the national football team for their honorable performance and for achieving an unprecedented milestone in the history of Egyptian football. We are proud of you and your achievement, and the future holds even better things for you, God willing."
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, commended Egypt's national football team for their performance against Argentina at Atlanta Stadium in Georgia. In a post on his official X account, Sheikh Mohammed described the match as a "heroic Egyptian-Arab match," noting that the "Pharaohs of Egypt fought against the world champions until the very last minute." He expressed pride in their "Egyptian spirit" and thanked them for the "wonderful and entertaining match," adding that they would return as heroes to their Arab nation and remain heroes in the eyes of all Arabs.
Egypt has strongly condemned the two bombings that took place in Damascus on Tuesday, which caused several injuries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement affirming Egypt's complete rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism. Egypt emphasized the importance of confronting anything that could undermine the security and stability of the Syrian Arab Republic and expressed sincere wishes for the speedy recovery of all injured individuals. The country also reaffirmed its solidarity with Syria in addressing threats to its security and stability.