Egypt’s National Defense Council pledges full support for Saudi Arabia

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi chaired a meeting of the National Defense Council, which reviewed current regional developments and the serious situation in the region, particularly in light of the increasing unacceptable attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.

The council decided to stand in full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the deep historical ties between the two nations, which are seen as the heart of the Arab world, and reaffirming that Saudi national security is closely linked to the security of Egypt and the wider Arab region.

The council also resolved to provide all necessary and possible support to Saudi Arabia to help defend its security and stability, safeguard its resources, territory, and Islamic holy sites, and to intensify political and diplomatic efforts in coordination with relevant regional and international parties to de-escalate tensions and seek peaceful solutions to the region’s crises.