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Egyptian and French foreign ministers discuss regional developments and de-escalation efforts
via Egypt Today1 min read
Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdelatty, spoke with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Monday. Their discussion focused on regional developments and strategies to reduce tensions. Minister Abdelatty detailed Egypt's efforts to manage regional escalation and reiterated Egypt's support for negotiations between the United States and Iran, emphasizing a commitment to diplomatic solutions. The call also covered the situations in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon. Both ministers agreed to maintain close coordination and consultation to support regional security and stability, reflecting the strategic relationship between Egypt and France.
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