Egyptian and Turkish Presidents Discuss Regional Crises, Stress Need for Palestinian State
Cairo, The Gulf Observer: Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday to discuss pressing regional developments, including the situations in Gaza, Syria, and other areas, during the D-8 Economic Cooperation Summit in Cairo.
According to a statement from the Egyptian presidency, the two leaders emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination and consultation to address regional crises and foster peace and stability.
Both presidents reaffirmed their shared position on the necessity of establishing an independent Palestinian state along the borders of 4 June 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, as a cornerstone for achieving lasting peace and stability in the region.
Their discussions also extended to developments in Libya, Sudan, Somalia, and Syria. El-Sisi and Erdogan highlighted the critical need to safeguard the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security of these nations to ensure peace and stability for their citizens.
The meeting reflects a commitment by Egypt and Türkiye to work collaboratively on regional challenges and to promote comprehensive solutions for enduring stability.