Sisi, World Jewish Congress President Discuss Middle East Stability
Nada Mustafa
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met today with Ronald Lauder, President of the World Jewish Congress, in the presence of General Intelligence Chief Hassan Rashad.
The meeting focused on efforts to restore stability in the Middle East.
Discussions also covered Egypt's ongoing initiatives to implement the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, including the exchange of hostages and detainees and the facilitation of humanitarian aid into the enclave.
In this context, the President of the World Jewish Congress expressed his appreciation for Egypt's serious efforts to bring stability to the region.
Moreover, Sisi stressed the importance of all parties acting responsibly to maintain the ceasefire. He warned that prolonging and expanding the conflict would harm all sides without exception.
He also reaffirmed that the establishment of a Palestinian state based on the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, remains the only guarantee for lasting peace.
Furthermore, President Sisi emphasized the urgency of commencing Gaza's reconstruction while ensuring that its residents are not displaced.
He noted that Egypt is currently developing a comprehensive plan for this purpose.
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