Egypt has announced its engagement in contacting various parties to mitigate the escalating tensions between Israel and Lebanon, according to local Egyptian media.
In these efforts, Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty held phone conversations with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, according to a statement from the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.
During these discussions, Abdel Aty reaffirmed Egypt’s unwavering solidarity with Lebanon and its rejection of any threats that could destabilise the nation or endanger its citizens.
He also expressed profound concern over the ongoing hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel and their potential repercussions on Lebanon’s security and stability.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister conveyed to the Lebanese officials that Cairo is actively communicating with various parties to “contain the current escalation and prevent the region from descending into a large-scale conflict that threatens the stability of its countries and the safety of its peoples.”
Abdel Aty stressed the importance of supporting Lebanon and safeguarding the interests of its people amidst these threats.
Egypt and Lebanon agreed to “continue consultations in the coming period to coordinate efforts to manage the tension and escalation,” as stated by the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.
This development follows the tragic death of 12 Syrian Druze in a missile strike on a football pitch in Majdal Shams, located in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. Israel has attributed the attack to Lebanon’s Hezbollah, which has denied the allegations, stating that it targets only Israeli military sites.