Abdelatty pressed for a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, the establishment of a technocratic committee to administer the territory, and the deployment of an international stabilization force to oversee the transition. Israel, however, has delayed moving to the agreement’s second phase, which analysts say reflects an attempt to shape outcomes on its own terms. On Yemen, the Egyptian minister reaffirmed Cairo’s support for the country’s unity and national institutions, calling for de-escalation and a Yemeni-led political settlement. He also condemned Israel’s unilateral recognition of Somaliland as a breach of Somalia’s sovereignty and international law, warning of its broader security implications. Guterres, in turn, praised President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi’s role in promoting regional stability and commended Egypt’s commitment to the principles of the UN Charter and international peace and security.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 09, 2026 18:31 UTC