Egypt intensifies diplomatic efforts to de-escalate US-Iran tensions

Egypt continues to play a pivotal role in fostering regional stability, with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spearheading crucial de-escalation efforts. Our nation's diplomatic outreach, particularly concerning the heightened tensions between the United States and Iran, underscores our unwavering commitment to peace and security in the Middle East.

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He stressed the importance of preserving peace and stability in the Middle East, avoiding escalation, and resolving the current crisis through peaceful means.

Through intensive contacts with regional leaders and officials, including calls with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Egypt is actively working to reduce regional friction. President Sisi's emphasis on intensifying efforts to calm tensions and his praise for Oman's constructive role highlight Egypt's proactive stance. We believe that dialogue, negotiation, and peaceful means are the most effective pathways to resolving crises and preventing escalation.

Foreign Minister Abdelatty's discussions with his counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain, as well as with German National Security Adviser Günter Sautter, further demonstrate the breadth of Egypt's diplomatic engagement. The shared understanding that a political and diplomatic solution is paramount, and the welcome of temporary halts in military operations, reflect a unified regional desire for stability. Egypt firmly believes that lasting regional security hinges on prioritizing political solutions that safeguard the resources and interests of all peoples in the region.

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They said a political and diplomatic solution was the only and most effective way to address the current crisis.

From an Egyptian perspective, maintaining stability in the Middle East is not merely a diplomatic objective but a strategic imperative. The interconnectedness of regional security means that instability anywhere affects us all. Our media, like Asharq Al-Awsat, consistently highlights these efforts, framing them as essential for protecting our collective future. While Western media might focus on the geopolitical power plays, our coverage emphasizes the human cost of conflict and the vital importance of diplomacy, reflecting a deeply ingrained national priority to avoid war and foster cooperation.

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They said lasting regional security and stability depend primarily on prioritizing political solutions that protect the resources of the region’s peoples and safeguard their interests.