Egypt Voices Deep Concern Over Escalating Tensions in Iran
By Ahmad El-Assasy
Egypt has expressed deep concern over the recent developments in Iran, warning of the dangerous consequences of the escalating tensions on both regional and global stability.
In an official statement, the Egyptian government condemned the rapid escalation and reaffirmed its rejection of any violations of the United Nations Charter and international law. Cairo underscored the importance of upholding the sovereignty of all nations.
The Foreign Ministry cautioned that the Middle East risks sliding further into chaos and instability if the situation continues to deteriorate.
"Egypt reiterates that political solutions and diplomatic negotiations—not military action—are the only viable path to ending the crisis and achieving a lasting settlement," the statement read.
The Egyptian government also renewed its call for immediate de-escalation and the exercise of maximum restraint, emphasizing the urgent need to prioritize dialogue in order to protect civilian lives and preserve regional security.
This latest statement comes amid growing international concern over the implications of rising tensions between Iran and other regional players.
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