Egypt has announced its readiness to provide necessary support to Saudi Arabia in defense of the security and stability of the country. This statement was issued by the Presidency of Egypt and refers to the escalation of Iranian-backed Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Request from the President of Egypt for an urgent parliamentary session
Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the President of Egypt, has called for an urgent parliamentary session to allow the country's military, which is one of the largest military forces in the Arab world, to support Saudi Arabia if requested. A vote on this matter is expected to take place on Sunday, but according to two representatives and local reports, discussions will continue on Monday.
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Recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
In recent days, the Houthis have carried out attacks on Riyadh International Airport and the major Saudi oil company Aramco. These attacks come in the wake of renewed clashes with Saudi-backed forces and the internationally recognized Yemeni government, which have intensified following the collapse of a ceasefire.
The Presidency of Egypt stated: "Egypt will provide all forms of necessary and possible support to defend the security and stability of Saudi Arabia, protect its resources, territorial integrity, and the holy Islamic sites of this country." This statement was issued following a meeting of the National Defense Council of Egypt chaired by el-Sisi, which included the Speaker of Parliament, the Prime Minister, and the Chief of Staff of the Army.
In his speech on Saturday, el-Sisi emphasized that Egypt will act based on the guidance of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Bin Salman had previously visited Egypt on September 15, when the conflicts in Yemen had reignited.
Egypt and Saudi Arabia are recognized as close strategic and economic partners. Saudi Arabia and other wealthy Gulf countries have provided billions of dollars in aid, central bank deposits, and investments to Egypt following the ousting of Islamist President Mohamed Morsi in 2013.
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