Egyptian president, Saudi crown prince to discuss bilateral cooperation in Cairo
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- Bloomberg Politicsseen 20 Oct, 10:50headline rewritten
Egypt Ready to Defend Saudi Arabia if Needed, Sisi SaysEgypt Ready to Defend Saudi Arabia If Needed, Sisi Says
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Mon, 14 September 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)22:22first to report
Discussions to take place as part of Saudi Crown Prince Salman's visit to Egypt, according to Egyptian presidency
Tue, 15 September 2026
4 reports- Le Monde (France)15:00
Lors d’une rencontre organisée au Caire, le président égyptien, Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi, a réaffirmé le soutien de l’Egypte à l’Arabie saoudite « pour protéger sa propre sécurité et sa stabilité ».
- Anadolu Agency (AA)15:49
Mohammed bin Salman, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi hold talks during Saudi crown prince’s visit to Egypt
- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:05
Mahmoud Abbas to meet Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Wednesday for talks on Palestine, regional issues
- Al Jazeera English18:05
Red Sea disruptions impact Egypt’s economy, with Suez Canal revenues dropping by $7bn in two years.
Thu, 17 September 2026
1 report- Al Jazeera English13:24
Regional analysts highlight the growing security alignment between Cairo and Riyadh amid escalating Red Sea tensions.
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)14:11
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi calls for full implementation of Gaza ceasefire agreement
Mon, 21 September 2026
2 reports- AllAfrica10:24
[Radio Dalsan] Cairo -- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo on Sunday, September 20, 2026, where both leaders reaffirmed support for Somalia's security and stability. The meeting, also attended by Egyptian General Intelligence Director Hassan Rashad, focused on regional developments including the situations in Somalia, Sudan, Gaza, and the Horn of Africa .
- AllAfrica14:22
[Presidency of Egypt] Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Director of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency, the CIA, Mr. John Ratcliffe. The meeting was also attended by Director of the General Intelligence Service, Minister Hassan Rashad.
Wed, 23 September 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)12:56
Officials discuss economic cooperation, Palestine, Sudan, Yemen, Iran on sidelines of UN General Assembly
Thu, 24 September 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:41
Abdel Fattah el-Sisi meets Iraqi Hikma Movement leader to discuss regional tensions, de-escalation efforts, support for Palestinians in Gaza
Tue, 29 September 2026
1 report- Channel News Asia21:33
The meeting comes amid tensions over Yemen and repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.
Wed, 30 September 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)11:06
Hans Grundberg meets Egyptian foreign minister, Arab League secretary-general
Thu, 1 October 2026
2 reports- jpost.com01:23
Diplomatic meetings involving Israel, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia highlight rising regional tensions, balancing escalation fears with efforts to contain expanding conflicts.
- Le Monde (France)13:36
Ce coup de force sans précédent arrive au moment où les autorités doivent faire face à un contexte économique tendu et des rivalités politiques qui s’aiguisent pour succéder au président Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi, au pouvoir depuis 2013.
Sun, 4 October 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:12
Sisi calls for respect for sovereignty, says development must not harm other countries
Mon, 12 October 2026
1 report- arabtimesonline.com21:11
Kuwait and Iraq leaders call for de-escalation amid Saudi attacks, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy to resolve regional issues, while Arab League Secretary-Ge...
Tue, 13 October 2026
1 report- Bloomberg Politics05:07
Egypt's Badr Abdelatty says his country "stands firmly" with Saudi Arabia following attacks by Yemen's Houthis. He speaks with Avril Hong on the sidelines of the IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok. (Source: Bloomberg)
Wed, 14 October 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)21:53
Al-Sisi says peace treaty governs relations with Israel, reiterates support for 2-state solution
Thu, 15 October 2026
3 reports- Anadolu Agency (AA)01:23
Ali al-Zaidi condemns attacks on Saudi airports during Riyadh visit as crown prince backs Baghdad's efforts to promote regional stability
- Anadolu Agency (AA)01:39
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warns against disinformation campaigns and attempts to manipulate public awareness and provoke unrest
- Anadolu Agency (AA)19:26
Cairo will ‘not accept’ threats to Saudi security, attacks on kingdom affect Arab national security, president tells Police Academy’s 2026 graduation ceremony
Sat, 17 October 2026
11 reports- Bloomberg Politics12:14edited after publishing
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Egypt Ready to Defend Saudi Arabia if Needed, Sisi SaysEgyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi said his nation stands ready to defend Saudi Arabia as it comes under attack from Yemen’s Houthis and called on parliament to convene an emergency session to authorize such action if it became necessary.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)12:37
Egyptian president says Cairo is ready to take any measures requested by Saudi Arabia to defend its security and sovereignty
- Al Jazeera English14:00
Egyptian president pledges 'any measure' to help defend Saudi Arabia 'if it is requested of us'.
- Index.hr (Croatia)15:53
PREDSJEDNIK Al-Sisi poručio je da će Egipat poduzeti sve mjere za obranu Saudijske Arabije od napada jemenskih hutista.
- Telegram.hr (Croatia)16:03
Predsjednik al-Sisi obećao je braniti Saudijsku Arabiju
- Dnevnik.hr (Croatia)16:18
- Anadolu Agency (AA)16:35
Parliament's session follows President Sisi's call to provide Riyadh with defensive aid if requested
- Al Jazeera English16:49
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has vowed to take 'any measure' to defend Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks.
- DW Top Stories17:49
The Egyptian president said his country was ready to defend Saudi Arabia "if requested." The comments come amid escalating Houthi attacks.
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- dw.com17 Oct, 17:49their copy
- NYT World18:06
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, who has so far ruled for over a dozen years, pledged to respect constitutional limits while also seeking parliamentary approval to help defend Saudi Arabia.
- tportal (Croatia)23:00
Egipatski predsjednik Abdel Fatah al-Sisi u subotu je rekao da je Kairo spreman braniti Saudijsku Arabiju 'ako ta zemlja to zatraži', s obzirom na to da je trenutačno meta napada jemenskih proiranskih hutista
Sun, 18 October 2026
14 reports- Japan Times00:06
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi's proposal gives the Egyptian Military Academy a central role in preparing future leaders.
- Al Jazeera English10:23
Presidency says Egypt will provide Saudi Arabia with support to defend its security and protect its resources.
- Google News - Top Stories10:30
Egypt's Sissi says he'll defend Saudi Arabia, if asked DW Iran war live: ‘Violating’ vessel on fire in Hormuz after sea mine blast Al Jazeera Egypt’s top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks AP News A powerful African military considers joining Pakistan and Turkey in defending Saudi Arabia against Iran-backed Houthi attacks Business Insider Africa Egypt says ready to give Saudi Arabia necessary support amid Houthi conflict Reuters
- Al Jazeera English11:11
Analysts say that any move from Egypt will remain 'strictly defensive', as the conflict in Yemen intensifies.
- NYT World11:49
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance to the kingdom, saying any support would be defensive.
- Times of India12:43
Egypt announced its willingness to provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia to ensure its security and stability. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi convened the National Defence Council to discuss potential support amid Houthi assaults. These attacks have targeted key infrastructure, including Riyadh’s international airport and Saudi Aramco. Egypt has previously supported Saudi Arabia in the Yemeni conflict, although its role has been limited.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)12:53
National Defense Council says Saudi national security is linked to Egyptian, Arab national security
- Channel News Asia14:31
- Anadolu Agency (AA)15:04
President Sisi said earlier Cairo ready to take necessary measures if requested by Riyadh amid escalating Houthi attacks
- cairoscene.com15:45
Lawmakers postponed a vote on authorising defensive assistance to Saudi Arabia, with deliberations set to continue on October 19th.
- iDNES (Czechia)16:02
Egypt je připraven poskytnout Saúdské Arábii podporu, kterou potřebuje k obraně své bezpečnosti a stability, oznámil v neděli úřad egyptského prezidenta. Íránem podporovaní jemenští povstalci v posledních dnech vystupňovali útoky namířené na území Saúdské Arábie, největšího světového vývozce ropy.
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- iRozhlas (Czechia)18 Oct, 15:19their copy
- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:58
Lawmakers set to hold second session Monday to discuss issue, Egyptian media reports
- PBS NewsHour19:22
The Houthis have repeatedly attacked airports and oil infrastructure across the kingdom with drones and missiles that can change direction during flight, posing a challenge to interceptors.
2 reprints
- netscape.com18 Oct, 22:45their copy
- manilatimes.net19 Oct, 04:06their copy
- Google News - Top Stories22:30
Egypt agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthis Politico Explainer: What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict? Reuters Egypt weighs sending troops to defend Saudi Arabia as Houthis warn of another Yemen disaster Ynetnews Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks The New York Times A powerful African military considers joining Pakistan and Turkey in defending Saudi Arabia against Iran-backed Houthi...
Mon, 19 October 2026
6 reports- Index.hr (Croatia)08:24
EGIPAT je pristao pružiti potporu svom bliskom savezniku, Saudijskoj Arabiji, u jeku velikog zaoštravanja sukoba između saudijskih snaga i hutista, pobunjenika koje podupire Iran, objavilo je najviše egipatsko sigurnosno tijelo.
- english.news.cn12:30
Egypt calls for "respect for Gulf security" in phone talks with Iran-
- english.news.cn12:30
Egypt calls for "respect for Gulf security" in phone talks with Iran-
- Google News - Top Stories14:17Explainer: What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict?
Explainer: What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict? Reuters Egypt agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthis Politico Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks The New York Times Egypt says ready to back Saudi Arabia in war against Iran-allied Houthis The Jerusalem Post What help can Egypt offer Saudi Arabia in the war against the Houthis? Al Jazeera
- Anadolu Agency (AA)15:01
Decision to postpone vote comes during Egyptian parliament's Monday session, according to state media
- Bloomberg Politics16:47
Saudi Arabia has postponed its flagship conference to next year following continuing attacks by the Houthis, in a significant blow to the kingdom’s ambitions of positioning itself as a hub for business. Mona Yacoubian, Director and Senior Adviser, Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, breaks down the latest from the Middle East. (Source: Bloomberg)