Egypt ready to defend Saudi Arabia if requested, El-Sisi says
Egyptian President says any defensive measures would require parliamentary approval and would not constitute aggression against any party.
At a glance
- El-Sisi said Egypt would take defensive measures to protect Saudi Arabia if requested
- Any such action would require Egyptian parliamentary approval
- El-Sisi stressed measures would be defensive only and not constitute attacks on any party
- He called for an end to ongoing regional conflict
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi said Egypt would take necessary measures to protect Saudi Arabia's security and stability if requested, in line with directives from Saudi leadership. He stressed that any action would be strictly defensive and would require approval from the Egyptian Parliament.
Addressing a military academy graduation ceremony in Cairo, El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's readiness to support Gulf states and called for an end to regional conflict. He said Egypt's commitment to protecting its Gulf neighbours would remain unchanged regardless of the outcome of efforts to halt fighting in the region.
Why it matters
The statement reflects Egypt's strategic alignment with Saudi Arabia and broader Gulf security concerns amid regional tensions.
Original reporting
- Saudi Gazette — LatestEl-Sisi: Egypt ready to take all necessary measures to defend Saudi Arabia
- Saudi GazetteEl-Sisi: Egypt ready to take all necessary measures to defend Saudi Arabia
- Asharq Al-Awsat (English)Sisi Says Egypt Ready for Any Measure to Protect Saudi Arabia
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