Cairo: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah engaged in a phone conversation on Monday, emphasizing the necessity for an immediate stop to escalating actions that could lead to a broader regional conflict.
According to Qatar News Agency, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement asserting that both ministers denounced the ongoing Iranian assaults on several Arab nations, including the Gulf countries and Jordan. They highlighted that these attacks constitute a blatant breach of national sovereignty and pose significant risks to regional security and stability.
The conversation underscored the critical need to protect the freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, adhering to international law to ensure the safety of international shipping and avoid disruptions to vessel movement. The ministers agreed that attempts to restrict passage through international waterways would result in severe repercussions for the global economy and energy security.
Furthermore, the ministers shared views on current efforts to de-escalate regional tensions and highlighted the role of the regional quartet, which includes Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan. This group serves as a vital platform for dialogue, coordination, and support in efforts to manage tensions and bolster regional security and stability.
The discussion also covered various regional matters, such as the developing situations in Sudan, Libya, and the Red Sea. The ministers emphasized the importance of ongoing collaboration and dialogue between Egypt and Saudi Arabia on a range of regional issues of mutual interest to reinforce regional security and stability.