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OPEN// FM to MENA: Egypt continues efforts for immediate ceasefire, aid delivery in Gaza
CAIRO, Aug 11 (MENA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said current efforts are focused on achieving an immediate ceasefire and the delivery of aid, and naturally, on preventing the Israeli government from carrying out any irresponsible decisions to expand military operations and take control of the Gaza Strip.
This came in response to a question by Middle East News Agency (MENA) regarding Egypt's efforts and reports about a new Egyptian-Qatari proposal for a truce and ceasefire and the latest developments in mediation efforts, especially in light of Israel's continued aggression and targeting of civilians.
The remarks were made during a joint press conference held on Monday with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Côte d'Ivoire Leon Kacou Adom on Monday.
The foreign minister added, "Egypt's efforts are ongoing. The starting point is the rejection of Israeli aggression, military operations, and threats of expansion—these are completely unacceptable, and the international community stands firmly against them."
He noted that intensive communications are being conducted under the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi with all key regional and international partners—most notably the United States and the European Union.
He continued, "We are pushing for the resumption of negotiations, and there is still a possibility—if intentions are sincere and political will exists—to reach a comprehensive agreement that ends this war. Of course, such an agreement must ensure the release of all hostages, allow full access for humanitarian aid, and pave the way for a genuine political process. Without a political horizon or a roadmap leading to the establishment of a Palestinian state, there is no guarantee that violence and repeated Israeli aggression won't recur.'
He went on to say this is the fifth round of killing and destruction. That's why all our efforts are now concentrated on securing an immediate ceasefire, ensuring aid delivery, and preventing any further reckless Israeli decisions to expand the war or occupy Gaza. Once that is achieved, we will convene the Cairo International Conference for Early Recovery and Reconstruction of Gaza, which will also aim to launch a political process and define a clear timeline to realize the Palestinian state.
The foreign minister emphasized that Egypt has repeatedly stated that if there is a clear political horizon and roadmap toward a Palestinian state, it has no objection to the deployment of international forces to enable the Palestinian Authority and the Palestinian people to realize their state, build its institutions, and ensure security for all parties—including Israel.
He stressed that this is the core focus of Egypt's efforts and communications with all regional and international stakeholders, including recent talks with the foreign ministers of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United States, and others—all aimed at reaching an immediate ceasefire. (MENA)
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