He met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky Phone call On Friday, April 3, to discuss the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and diplomatic solutions.
According to an official statement, Sisi stressed the urgent need to reduce tensions in the Middle East to prevent further instability, noting the broader impact of the continuation of the conflict on regional security as well as global economic and trade conditions. He also reaffirmed Egypt’s rejection of attacks on the sovereignty of Arab countries, expressing his support for regional stability and calling for an end to such actions.
Zelensky reiterated concerns about the risks of continued escalation and expressed his appreciation for the diplomatic efforts made by Egypt aimed at restoring calm. He also highlighted Ukraine’s position in seeking to limit the expansion of the conflict in the Middle East.
This call comes amid escalating tensions in the region, as ongoing military exchanges between Iran, the United States, and Israel contribute to instability in the Gulf.
In addition to regional developments, the two leaders discussed the war between Russia and Ukraine. Al-Sisi affirmed Egypt’s support for political and diplomatic solutions to the conflict, stressing the importance of a settlement as quickly as possible. In turn, Zelensky welcomed Egypt’s position and calls to end the war.
The conversation also touched on bilateral relations, as the two sides agreed to enhance cooperation in areas such as trade, investment and food security, while exploring more cooperation opportunities.
Separately, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty is currently visiting Russia, where he held talks with President Vladimir Putin and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. During these meetings, Abdel Aty stressed Egypt’s support for dialogue and diplomatic efforts to resolve the Russian-Ukrainian conflict.