Egypt has strongly condemned recent statements made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an interview with an American media outlet. The Egyptian government described his remarks as deliberate misinformation that disregards Egypt’s extensive humanitarian efforts in Gaza since the start of Israel’s military offensive.
In an official statement, Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the country has played a crucial role in facilitating the entry of emergency humanitarian aid into Gaza, including more than 5,000 trucks of supplies since the ceasefire. Egypt has also enabled the safe passage of wounded Palestinians, medical evacuees, and dual nationals.
The statement accused Israel of attempting to deflect attention from its violations against Palestinian civilians and the destruction of essential infrastructure, including hospitals, schools, power stations, and water facilities. Egypt also denounced Israel’s use of blockade and starvation as a weapon against Gaza’s population.
Cairo firmly rejected any statements suggesting the forced displacement of Palestinians to Egypt, Jordan, or Saudi Arabia. The Egyptian government reiterated its unwavering support for the Palestinian people, who continue to resist under dire conditions to defend their legitimate cause.
Egypt reaffirmed its commitment to long-standing Arab and international principles, which uphold the Palestinian right to establish an independent state based on the June 4, 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
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