Egyptian, Turkish FMs talk developments in Horn of Africa, Red Sea

CAIRO - 5 April 2025: A phone call took place on Saturday, between Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, and Hakan Fidan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Turkey, where they discussed the developments in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea.

 

The call came within the framework of regular communication between the two countries to discuss developments regarding the situation in the Gaza Strip.

 

The two ministers discussed efforts to return to the ceasefire agreement and ensure the implementation of its three phases, including the release of hostages and prisoners and the entry of humanitarian, medical, and shelter aid into Gaza. This was despite the latest dangerous Israeli escalation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, and Israel's insistence on using brutal military force against civilians and preventing the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip.

 

The call also included an exchange of views on developments in Sudan and efforts to support Sudan. Minister Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's support for Sudanese national institutions and their efforts to restore stability and peace, expressing Egypt's position calling for respect for the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of Sudan.

 

The two sides also discussed developments in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region, and ways to achieve security and stability in Somalia and preserve its territorial integrity.

 

The Foreign Minister affirmed Egypt's continued support for Somali efforts to combat terrorism and enhance the capabilities of the Somali National Army in this field. Minister Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's rejection of any non-Red Sea state's participation in its security arrangements and governance.