Kuwait city: Egypt and Turkiye reaffirmed their rejection of re-occupying the Gaza Strip and the displacement of Palestinians by the Israeli occupation. They stressed the urgent need for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid access, and the release of prisoners.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Egyptian Presidential Spokesman Ambassador Mohammad Al-Shennawy stated that these remarks were made during a meeting between Egyptian President Abdulfattah Al-Sisi and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, who is visiting Cairo.
The discussions between the two sides included bilateral ties and regional developments, with an exchange of views on the situations in Libya, Syria, and Sudan, emphasizing the importance of respecting sovereignty.
Regarding bilateral relations, Al-Shennawy mentioned that Al-Sisi noted the February 2024 joint declaration to reactivate the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, elevating it to the level of both presidents. Fidan emphasized the importance of strengthening ties and boosting economic cooperation.