Egyptian police take Italian woman Nessy Guerra to station amid custody dispute

Egyptian police took Italian national Nessy Guerra and her daughter to a police station overnight. Guerra is currently in Egypt due to a legal case involving her ex-husband. The Italian ambassador to Cairo, Agostino Palese, and the consul are with her at the station.

The situation is ongoing and reportedly stems from an Egyptian judge's request for the child to see her father. The father is also involved in separate legal proceedings. The Italian government is monitoring the case at the highest level.

A statement from Italy's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Farnesina) indicated that child custody is the central issue in a prolonged dispute with the ex-husband. He has been convicted of various crimes in Italy and was recently arrested and released on bail for threatening the Italian Consul in Hurghada.

Italian authorities are currently exerting maximum pressure on Egyptian officials to guarantee the protection of Guerra and her daughter. They aim to prevent further violence or threats from the husband.