Mar 13 β€’ 13:00 UTC πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Qatar Al Jazeera

Sisi condemns Iran's targeting of Gulf countries and offers mediation

Egypt's President Sisi firmly condemned Iran's actions against Gulf nations and expressed Egypt's willingness to mediate during a call with Iranian President Masoud Bezhakian.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Sisi condemned Iran's threats directed at Gulf nations, Jordan, and Iraq in a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Bezhakian. Sisi's comments highlighted Egypt's outright rejection of these aggressive actions, underlining that countries like Jordan and others did not support military actions against Iran and instead played a role in de-escalation efforts and negotiations towards a diplomatic resolution of the ongoing tensions.

During their discussion, Sisi reiterated Egypt's commitment to fostering good neighborly relations and called for an immediate halt to the hostilities instigated by Iran. He expressed deep concern over the current escalation and its detrimental effects on regional stability and the well-being of its peoples. Sisi detailed Egypt's ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at curbing military actions and facilitating a return to negotiation, emphasizing the importance of flexibility in resolving the crisis.

The Egyptian presidency's spokesperson noted that President Bezhakian responded positively, reflecting Iran's acknowledgment of the situation, though specifics of any propositions made during the call were not disclosed. This dialogue comes in a critical context where regional tensions are heightened, and Egypt seeks to reaffirm its role as a mediator in promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.

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