Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron held talks in Egypt to address regional matters, including tensions related to Iran and the United States, as well as the humanitarian situation in Gaza. The meeting occurred during the inauguration of Senghor University’s new headquarters in New Borg El-Arab City. President Sisi highlighted Egypt’s efforts to manage regional tensions and emphasized the importance of preventing further instability to safeguard security, trade, and transportation.
Macron expressed optimism for a prompt resolution to ongoing regional challenges to restore peace and stability in the Middle East. Both leaders stressed the significance of maintaining peace and stability in Lebanon and discussed enhancing cooperation among Mediterranean countries for mutual development and prosperity. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Jassim Al-Thani urged the United States and Iran to demonstrate responsibility and wisdom in their positions during a delicate phase. They emphasized the necessity of diplomatic solutions and supporting negotiations between the two nations to uphold regional security and stability.
