12 h. ago Egypt stresses importance of moving to next phase arrangements in Gaza

Egypt on Friday emphasized the importance of moving to the next phase of arrangements in the Gaza Strip, including the announcement of forming a temporary Palestinian technocratic committee to manage the daily affairs of citizens, and establishing an international stabilization force. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty briefed the European Union Commissioner for the Mediterranean, Dubravka … The post Egypt stresses importance of moving to next phase arrangements in Gaza appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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13 h. ago Egypt, many Arab and Muslim nations condemn Israeli official’s visit to Somaliland

CAIRO, Jan 8 (MENA) – The foreign ministers of Egypt, Algeria, Bangladesh, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Indonesia, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Turkey, and Yemen along with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation have strongly condemned an Israeli official’s illegal visit to Somaliland, a region of the Federal … The post Egypt, many Arab and Muslim nations condemn Israeli official’s visit to Somaliland appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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42 h. ago Ambassador of Belarus E.Sobolevski meets First Deputy Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Egypt

Ambassador of Belarus E.Sobolevski meets First Deputy Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Egypt  Africa24 TV

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3 d. ago FM: Israeli recognition of ‘Somaliland’ is flagrant violation of Somalia’s territorial integrity

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty has condemned Israel’s unilateral and illegal recognition of “Somaliland,” describing it as a blatant violation of Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. He emphasized, Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2026, that this move undermines international law, the UN Charter, and the African Union’s founding treaty, warning that … The post FM: Israeli recognition of ‘Somaliland’ is flagrant violation of Somalia’s territorial integrity appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Egypt’s Foreign Minister Meets UN Envoy to Yemen to Discuss Political Settlement Efforts

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Meets UN Envoy to Yemen to Discuss Political Settlement Efforts  Yemen Online

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5 d. ago Egypt’s president meets Saudi foreign minister amid Yemen escalation

Egypt’s president meets Saudi foreign minister amid Yemen escalation  Anadolu Ajansı

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5 d. ago Egypt, Turkey discuss preparations for 2nd meeting of strategic cooperation council

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan discussed, during a phone call on Sunday, January 4, 2026, ongoing preparations for convening the second meeting of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, to be co-chaired by President Abdel Fattah al- Sisi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in … The post Egypt, Turkey discuss preparations for 2nd meeting of strategic cooperation council appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Egypt's Foreign Ministry: Hundreds of Egyptians to be released from Libyan prisons

Egypt's Foreign Ministry: Hundreds of Egyptians to be released from Libyan prisons  The Libya Observer

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8 d. ago Arab and Islamic nations issue urgent warning over Gaza’s deteriorating humanitarian crisis

The Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar expressed their profound concern regarding the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. This crisis has been further exacerbated by harsh and volatile weather conditions, including torrential rains and severe storms. This situation coincides with the continued lack … The post Arab and Islamic nations issue urgent warning over Gaza’s deteriorating humanitarian crisis appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago No disagreements in relations with Saudi Arabia, Egypt’s FM assures

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty denied any tensions in Egyptian-Saudi relations, emphasizing that they are “deeply rooted in history.” During an interview on Sunday evening with Amr Adib on MBC Masr, Abdelatty asserted: “There are absolutely no disagreements regarding these relations, and what is being said on social media has no basis in reality.” “There … The post No disagreements in relations with Saudi Arabia, Egypt’s FM assures appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago FMs of Egypt, Morocco discuss ways to strengthen distinguished bilateral relations

CAIRO, Dec 28 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty discussed with Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita ways to enhance the distinguished bilateral relations between Egypt and Morocco during a phone call on Sunday, building on the positive momentum witnessed at various levels. … The post FMs of Egypt, Morocco discuss ways to strengthen distinguished bilateral relations appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago FM says 2025 among most challenging years amid regional crises, urges move to second phase of Gaza agreement

CAIRO, Dec 28 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said 2025 had been one of the most challenging years amid heightened uncertainty across the region and the world, noting that Egypt faced major tests during the year, including developments in the Palestinian issue, the crisis in Sudan, and the … The post FM says 2025 among most challenging years amid regional crises, urges move to second phase of Gaza agreement appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Egypt and Morocco foreign ministers hold talks on region, bilateral ties

Egypt and Morocco foreign ministers hold talks on region, bilateral ties  Yeni Safak English

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1 week ago Egypt’s Foreign Minister responds to calls for war with Israel

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty responded on Sunday to calls made by some for Egypt to forcibly deliver aid to the Gaza Strip, even if it led to war with Israel. During an interview on Sunday evening with Amr Adib on MBC Masr’s al-Hekaya (The Story), Abdelatty affirmed that Egypt is a major regional power … The post Egypt’s Foreign Minister responds to calls for war with Israel appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago FM to Norwegian counterpart: Concerted global efforts key to consolidating Gaza ceasefire

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty affirmed during a phone call on Saturday 27/12/2025 with Norway’s Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide the importance of concerted international efforts to consolidate the Gaza ceasefire agreement and transition to the arrangements of the second phase of the plan of US President Donald Trump. Foreign … The post FM to Norwegian counterpart: Concerted global efforts key to consolidating Gaza ceasefire appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Arab and Islamic countries reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland

Several Arab and Islamic countries issued a joint statement on Saturday affirming their rejection of Israel’s recognition of the Somaliland region as an independent state, according to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry. This came in a statement issued by the foreign ministers of Egypt, Algeria, Comoros, Djibouti, Gambia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Libya, Maldives, Nigeria, Oman, … The post Arab and Islamic countries reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Egypt draws ‘red line’ on water, will not concede a drop: Foreign minister

Egypt draws ‘red line’ on water, will not concede a drop: Foreign minister  Egypt Today

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2 w. ago Egypt sends unprecedented message to Ethiopia regarding any new dams

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Thursday that the Nile River dispute with Ethiopia is an “existential threat” unlike any other crisis facing Egypt, adding that it transcends national security and border concerns. In an interview with Egyptian television, Abdelatty said that “The Nile issue is an existential threat. It doesn’t just affect national … The post Egypt sends unprecedented message to Ethiopia regarding any new dams appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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2 w. ago Egypt’s foreign minister advises Syria on unity and warns against false claims in south

Egypt’s foreign minister advises Syria on unity and warns against false claims in south  Middle East Monitor

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2 w. ago Egypt mobilizes diplomatic missions to reclaim illicitly exported artifacts

Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has directed Egyptian embassies to intensify their efforts to repatriate Egyptian artifacts that were smuggled or illegally transported abroad. This directive was issued during a meeting between the Foreign Minister and officials from the Ministry’s Cultural Department, according to a statement released by the Foreign Ministry. In the statement, Abdelatty emphasized: … The post Egypt mobilizes diplomatic missions to reclaim illicitly exported artifacts appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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