President Sisi stressed Egypt’s unwavering stance on the Palestinian issue, saying "we can never cede or compromise on these constants and when I refer to these constants, I mean the core foundations of Egypt’s stance, which undoubtedly include the establishment of a Palestinian state and the preservation of its essential components, particularly its people and territories.”

He rebuffed current reports about displacement of the Palestinians, saying no one can ever undermine Egypt's national security.

Sisi said he will continue working with US President Donald Trump who is eager to achieve peace through the long-awaited two-state solution. Egypt believes President Trump is capable of realizing this goal by bringing just and lasting peace to the Middle East, he added.

Speaking alongside Kenyan President William Ruto, Sisi said what has been happening in Gaza since October 7, 2023 is the result of a prolonged failure to resolve the Palestinian issue. The root causes of the problem have not been seriously addressed, leading to recurring escalations, as we have recently seen in Gaza.

The only sustainable solution is the establishment of a Palestinian state based on the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, he said, stressing that these historical rights cannot be overlooked.

He also underscored the importance of fully implementing the Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S., ensuring humanitarian aid access, and launching a political process for a sustainable resolution.

Sisi said he agreed with the Kenyan president on strengthening political dialogue and African cooperation, particularly in security and regional integration as well as implementing the 2063 development agenda goals.

Sisi said talks tackled developments in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region as the two leaders shared concerns over the increasing security threats in the Red Sea, warning that such challenges risk escalating conflicts and undermining the role of Red Sea littoral states in managing their affairs.

These threats are directly linked to the Israeli aggression on Gaza, Sisi said, describing it as a key factor fueling the region’s security instability. (MORE)
S R E