Egypt’s FM, Qatari Counterpart Discuss Bilateral Ties, Gaza Developments in Phone Call

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, Badr Abdel Aaty, held a telephone conversation on Monday with H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar.

During the call, the two top diplomats reviewed the state of bilateral relations between their countries. Dr. Abdel Aaty praised the positive momentum in Egyptian-Qatari ties, highlighting the strong bonds and shared interests that unite Cairo and Doha in support of their peoples.

The conversation also focused on the latest developments in the Gaza Strip. The ministers exchanged views on the ongoing situation and discussed joint efforts, in coordination with the United States, to resume the ceasefire, ensure the release of hostages and detainees, and guarantee the urgent and unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Moreover, the two officials explored the next steps in implementing the Arab-Islamic plan for early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza. They also addressed preparations for the upcoming Cairo International Conference on Reconstruction, which is being organized in partnership with the Palestinian government and the United Nations.

Both sides welcomed the recent announcement of the release of American detainee Aidan Alexander, describing it as an encouraging step toward reviving negotiations and giving momentum to the mediation efforts led by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States.

Also, the ministers emphasized that such developments are vital to achieving a comprehensive, just, and sustainable peace in the region.