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Egypt Independent
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
FM holds high-level talks to advance regional de-escalation as per President Sisi's directives
CAIRO, July 16 (MENA) – In line with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's directives to intensify diplomatic efforts toward de-escalating regional tensions, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty held a series of high-level talks with key international stakeholders. These included Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, US Presidential Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi. During the discussions, Abdelatty stressed the importance of pursuing peaceful solutions and resuming negotiations concerning the Iranian nuclear issue. He reaffirmed Egypt's steadfast position that military options are not viable, neither for this matter nor for other crises undermining regional stability. The talks also included an exchange of views on mechanisms to de-escalate tensions and establish a comprehensive ceasefire between Iran and Israel. They stressed the need to prevent the resumption of hostilities and reinforce a political, peaceful solution to the conflict. The talks with US Envoy Steve Witkoff addressed the ongoing intensive efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and ensure its sustainability. The discussion focused on advancing the process of releasing a number of hostages and detainees in exchange for halting military operations, and guaranteeing the unimpeded and sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid, in light of the catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the Strip. Abdelatty also reaffirmed Egypt's categorical rejection of any proposals involving the establishment of temporary encampments in southern Gaza or initiatives that could result in demographic changes in the occupied Palestinian territories. He presented Egypt's proposal to host an international conference focused on early recovery and post-conflict reconstruction, to be convened following the establishment of a ceasefire. This initiative is in line with the Arab-Islamic plan aimed at speeding up Gaza's recovery and rebuilding. For his part, US Envoy Steve Witkoff commended Egypt's efforts, under the leadership of President Sisi, to advance regional peace and stability. He underscored Egypt's role as a vital strategic partner of the United States in these efforts. (MENA)
Time of India
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Iran, Hamas, Houthis, Hezbollah Slam Israeli Attacks On Syria; Pledge Support To Syrians Against Israel
Iran and its regional allies — Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis — have strongly condemned Israel's recent military strike in Syria. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called Israel 'predictable' and 'rabid,' accusing it of knowing only the language of aggression. Hamas decried the attack as a blatant violation of international law, while Hezbollah called it cowardly and colonial in nature. Yemen's Houthis said the strike was part of a broader imperialist agenda to dominate the Arab-Islamic world and called for a unified response. The UAE and Turkey also condemned the assault, warning it could destabilize the region and threaten Syria's fragile peace.#IsraelSyria #IranCondemnsIsrael #MiddleEastTensions #Hamas #Hezbollah #Houthis #ArabUnity #SyriaStrike #RegionalCrisis #TurkeyOnIsrael Read More
Kuwait Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
KNG Chief, Czech Amb. discuss boosting bilateral ties
For decades, the perception of the Arab mind has posed a complex dilemma for decision-makers in both the West and the East. Historically, the Arab-Islamic civilization produced a profound legacy of knowledge, ethics and culture — one that shaped t... When sirens wail in an Arab city, the streets erupt with chants, the skies fill with fury and the collective pulse of the people beats with defiance. Demonstrations surge. Banners are raised. Cries of 'Down with the aggressor!' and 'We reject ...
Middle East
a day ago
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// FM holds high-level talks to advance regional de-escalation as per President Sisi's directives
CAIRO, July 16 (MENA) - In line with President Abdel Fattah El Sisi's directives to intensify diplomatic efforts toward de-escalating regional tensions, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty held a series of high-level talks with key international stakeholders. These included Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, US Presidential Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi. During the discussions, Abdelatty stressed the importance of pursuing peaceful solutions and resuming negotiations concerning the Iranian nuclear issue. He reaffirmed Egypt's steadfast position that military options are not viable, neither for this matter nor for other crises undermining regional stability. The talks also included an exchange of views on mechanisms to de-escalate tensions and establish a comprehensive ceasefire between Iran and Israel. They stressed the need to prevent the resumption of hostilities and reinforce a political, peaceful solution to the conflict. The talks with US Envoy Steve Witkoff addressed the ongoing intensive efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and ensure its sustainability. The discussion focused on advancing the process of releasing a number of hostages and detainees in exchange for halting military operations, and guaranteeing the unimpeded and sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid, in light of the catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the Strip. Abdelatty also reaffirmed Egypt's categorical rejection of any proposals involving the establishment of temporary encampments in southern Gaza or initiatives that could result in demographic changes in the occupied Palestinian territories. He presented Egypt's proposal to host an international conference focused on early recovery and post-conflict reconstruction, to be convened following the establishment of a ceasefire. This initiative is in line with the Arab-Islamic plan aimed at speeding up Gaza's recovery and rebuilding. For his part, US Envoy Steve Witkoff commended Egypt's efforts, under the leadership of Presiden Sisi, to advance regional peace and stability. He underscored Egypt's role as a vital strategic partner of the United States in these efforts. (MENA) R R N/
Al-Ahram Weekly
a day ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt FM pushes diplomacy to de-escalate Middle East tensions - Foreign Affairs
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a series of high-level diplomatic calls this week aimed at reducing regional tensions, the Foreign Ministry stated Wednesday. Abdelatty spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi. The discussions focused on advancing peaceful solutions to regional crises, including the need to resume stalled talks over Iran's nuclear programme. Abdelatty stressed that there is no military solution to the ongoing disputes and underscored the importance of de-escalation and diplomacy, particularly between Iran and Israel. The calls come amid renewed uncertainty around nuclear negotiations. On Monday, Iran stated it had 'no specific date' set for a meeting with the US regarding its nuclear programme, following its conflict with Israel that derailed previous talks. 'For now, no specific date, time or location has been determined,' Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said of a possible meeting between Araghchi and Witkoff. On Saturday, Iran said it was reviewing conditions for resuming talks, while insisting on its right to enrich uranium. Tehran began enriching uranium to 60 percent in 2021—well above the 3.67 percent limit set by the 2015 nuclear deal, but below the 90 percent needed for weapons-grade material. On Gaza Abdelatty also discussed Gaza with Witkoff, reiterating Egypt's push for a comprehensive ceasefire and a captive-prisoner exchange to allow for urgent humanitarian aid access to the war-devastated enclave. On Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his government was working toward a 60-day ceasefire in the Strip. Egypt is currently hosting delegations from Egypt, Qatar, and Israel for two days of talks in Cairo, focused on delivering aid and advancing ceasefire efforts. Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas resumed last week in Doha, though core disagreements persist. Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's rejection of proposals to establish a 'humanitarian city' in southern Gaza or make any demographic changes to the occupied Palestinian territories. He also presented Cairo's proposal to host an international conference on early recovery and reconstruction, aligned with the Arab-Islamic plan for rebuilding Gaza after a ceasefire is secured. Witkoff praised Egypt's role under President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi in promoting regional security and described Egypt as a key US strategic partner. Egypt, alongside Qatar and the US, remains a lead mediator in the war, now in its 21st month. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
