Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi emphasized his country's commitment to supporting Iraq's security, stability, and sovereignty during a meeting with Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the Iraqi Wisdom Movement. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, was attended by Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad and several other officials. El-Sisi expressed his support for Iraq's national institutions in addressing current challenges.
El-Sisi praised Iraq's role in combating terrorism and extremist ideology, saying it has worked to eradicate these threats. He highlighted Egypt's desire to maintain communication with Iraq's national institutions and various political and national forces. The Egyptian president expressed support for measures aimed at preserving Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Egyptian president also commended Ammar al-Hakim's efforts to promote stability and reduce political divisions in Iraq. El-Sisi stressed the importance of prioritizing Iraq's national interests. Al-Hakim, in turn, expressed appreciation for Egyptian support for Iraq, citing the deep historical ties between the two countries.
The meeting covered ways to enhance consultation on regional developments and efforts to reduce escalation, which would help Iraq avoid the consequences of current crises and tensions. Both sides discussed the situation in Palestine, with el-Sisi reviewing Egyptian efforts to support the Palestinian people.
El-Sisi specifically mentioned the implementation of the second phase of the Sharm El-Sheikh agreement and the US peace plan, as well as the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. He reiterated Egypt's stance in support of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international legitimacy.
The Egyptian president's meeting with Ammar al-Hakim reflects the strong bilateral relationship between Egypt and Iraq. The two countries have a shared interest in promoting regional stability and security. Egypt has been actively engaged in regional efforts to combat terrorism and extremism.
The discussions between el-Sisi and al-Hakim also highlighted the importance of cooperation in addressing common challenges. The two leaders demonstrated a commitment to strengthening ties between Egypt and Iraq, which could have a positive impact on regional dynamics.
Key points
- Egypt and Iraq share a common interest in promoting regional stability and security.
- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi expressed support for Iraq's national institutions in addressing current challenges.
- The two countries discussed ways to enhance consultation on regional developments and efforts to reduce escalation.
