Egypt hails Hakan Fidan's visit as a crucial step forward in the strategic development of their bilateral partnership
Turkey and Egypt Unite Against Israeli Occupation of Gaza Strip
Turkey and Egypt have united in strong diplomatic opposition against the Israeli government's plan to occupy the remaining parts of the Gaza Strip. This joint stand was evident in a recent meeting between Hakan Fidan, Turkey's Foreign Minister, and President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt in New Alamein City.
The meeting, which was also attended by Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Badr Abdel Atty, was a diplomatic engagement reflecting broader regional discussions. Both countries view this meeting as a step toward closer bilateral relations and a sign of growing regional coordination against Israeli actions in Gaza.
The Israeli government's plan to occupy Gaza has been condemned as a blatant violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called the plan “inadmissible” and condemned it as a flagrant violation of Palestinian rights and an obstacle to peace. Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Israel aims to make Gaza uninhabitable for Palestinians to settle permanent Israeli settlers.
Both countries have publicly declared unified efforts to confront and resist Israel’s occupation plan through diplomatic means. They have called for lifting restrictions on Gaza crossings and participate in regional and international Arab-Islamic forums that have condemned Israel’s plan as illegal and an act of ongoing aggression amounting to crimes against humanity.
Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar are also actively involved in mediating ceasefire proposals with Hamas to provide alternatives to further Israeli territorial expansion in Gaza. The meeting between Turkish and Egyptian ministers is seen as a significant political development, with several Egyptian media outlets characterizing it as such.
Dr. Sama Suleiman, Deputy Chair of the Foreign, Arab, and African Affairs Committee in the Senate and Political Secretary of the Homeland Protectors Party, stated that Fidan's visit reflects a strategic shift in bilateral relations and the rebuilding of trust between Cairo and Ankara. Dr. Mohamed Haroun, Secretary of the Foreign Relations Committee of the "Al-Masryeen" party, expressed support for the meeting, highlighting its role in continuing positive momentum in Cairo-Ankara relations.
In addition to the diplomatic opposition, some media figures have suggested that improved Egypt-Turkey relations could lead to enhanced security cooperation, including the extradition of individuals affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood wanted in Egypt as part of efforts to combat terrorism and ensure regional security and stability.
[1] Egyptian Foreign Ministry formally rejects Israeli cabinet's decision concerning the occupation of the Gaza Strip. [2] Turkey and Egypt condemn Israeli government's plan to occupy the remaining parts of the Gaza Strip. [3] Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar mediate ceasefire proposals with Hamas. [4] Regional and international Arab-Islamic forums condemn Israel’s plan as illegal and an act of ongoing aggression. [5] Turkey and Egypt seek a ceasefire and peace resolution in Gaza.
[1] The government of Turkey, following Egypt's lead, has officially denounced the Israeli cabinet's decision regarding the occupation of the Gaza Strip.
[2] In solidarity, Turkey and Egypt have issued a joint condemnation of the Israeli government's plan to take over the remaining parts of the Gaza Strip.
[3] Besides diplomatic oppposition, Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar are actively working on mediating ceasefire proposals with Hamas in Gaza.
[4] The war of words against Israel's occupation plan in the Gaza Strip continues, with regional and international Arab-Islamic forums branding the plan as illegal and a form of ongoing aggression.
[5] The general news in Turkiye and Egypt is filled with Turkey and Egypt's shared mission to negotiate a ceasefire and seek a peaceful resolution for Palestinians in Gaza.
