Egypt’s National Defense Council, headed by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, had agreed on Sunday to provide all necessary and possible support to Saudi Arabia.
– The council reviewed the latest regional developments and the serious situation unfolding across the region, particularly amid escalating attacks against Saudi Arabia.
– Accordingly, it has been decided that Egypt stands in full solidarity with the Kingdom due to the histroic ties between both countries and their people, the official spokesperson for the Egyptian presidency said in a statement.
– The council said that it agreed to “provide all necessary and possible forms of support to Saudi Arabia to defend its security and stability, protect its resources and territorial integrity, and safeguard Islamic holy sites.”
– The National Defense Council also decided to continue and intensify political and diplomatic efforts, in coordination with relevant regional and international parties, to help de-escalate tensions across the region and resolve regional crises peacefully.
– Al-Sisi had on Saturday called for an emergency session of parliament on Sunday to authorize the armed forces to protect and support Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states if requested.