Sisi, Greek PM Discuss Strategic Ties & Gaza Crisis

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call today from Greek Prime Minister (PM) Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

The call focused on the development of the strategic and distinguished bilateral relations between Egypt and Greece, according to the official Presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shenawy.

Both leaders expressed their keenness to continue enhancing mechanisms of bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of economy, trade, investment, energy, electricity interconnection, and efforts to combat irregular migration.

The call also addressed current regional developments.

Mitsotakis listened to President El-Sisi’s perspective on means to de-escalate tensions in the region and resolve ongoing conflicts.

In this context, Sisi reviewed Egypt's ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, secure the release of hostages and detainees, and ensure the urgent delivery of humanitarian aid.

Sisi also emphasized the need to begin the reconstruction of Gaza immediately following a ceasefire.

He reaffirmed Egypt’s firm stance rejecting the displacement of Palestinians from their land and reiterated that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international legitimacy, remains the only path to achieving lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.

The spokesperson also noted that the conversation covered developments in Libya, with both sides stressing the importance of preserving peace and stability in the country and continuing to support the political process aimed at forming a unified government capable of organizing simultaneous presidential and parliamentary elections.

Additionally, the call addressed the issue of maritime boundary demarcation in the Eastern Mediterranean.

Both leaders underlined the importance of continued coordination and joint cooperation to achieve development and prosperity for all peoples of the region.

Furthermore, President Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s unwavering commitment to protecting religious sanctities on its territory, including the Saint Catherine Monastery, given its profound religious and historical significance.