Saudi, Egyptian FMs discuss regional tensions as Cairo backs Gulf states against attacks
RIYADH: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty discussed efforts to strengthen regional security and stability on Tuesday, as Cairo highlighted its solidarity with Gulf states amid continued Iranian attacks.
During a phone call, Prince Faisal and Abdelatty reviewed the latest developments across the region and efforts aimed at bolstering security and stability, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The talks came as Abdelatty separately met Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi in El-Alamein, where the two called for regional disputes to be resolved through diplomacy and constructive dialogue.
Abdelatty highlighted Egypt’s solidarity with GCC member states and rejection of Iranian attacks against their territories, adding that the security of Gulf countries was “an integral part of Egyptian national security,” according to a statement by the General Secretariat of the GCC.
