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Egypt's Foreign Minister holds calls to de-escalate regional tensions and promote diplomatic solutions
via Egypt Today3 min read
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, engaged in a series of telephone calls with regional and international counterparts to coordinate efforts aimed at containing rising tensions and supporting diplomatic solutions. In a discussion with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar, both officials reviewed regional developments and efforts to de-escalate the situation, expressing hope for a second round of US-Iran negotiations to consolidate a ceasefire and reduce tensions. Abdelatty also emphasized safeguarding international navigation and addressing security concerns of Gulf Arab states. In a separate call with Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand, Abdelatty discussed strengthening bilateral relations, enhancing economic cooperation, and reiterated Egypt’s support for the US-Iran negotiating track. He also addressed the Palestinian issue, stressing the importance of the National Committee for the Administration of the Gaza Strip operating from within Gaza and the deployment of an international stabilization force. Abdelatty condemned Israeli violations in the West Bank, while Anand praised Egypt’s role in regional stability. Furthermore, Abdelatty spoke with Oman’s Foreign Minister, Badr Al-Busaidi, to coordinate efforts on reducing tensions and supporting diplomatic solutions for the US-Iran negotiations. He reaffirmed Egypt’s solidarity with Oman and all Arab Gulf states, highlighting that Gulf security is integral
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