Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, US Special Presidential Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), according to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.
The discussions focused on the urgent need for coordinated regional and international efforts to solidify the Iran-Israel ceasefire and resume diplomatic negotiations toward a sustainable resolution of the Iranian nuclear file. The aim is to address regional concerns peacefully and achieve lasting de-escalation and reduced tensions.
Officials praised Egypt’s diplomatic efforts to ease regional tensions and its role in bridging gaps between conflicting parties.
They underscored Egypt’s ability to foster mutual understanding and build common ground that serves the interests of all sides during this critical period, reinforcing regional security and stability.
In a separate call, Abdelatty and Witkoff discussed developments related to ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, the release of captives and detainees, and the urgent need for full humanitarian access to the besieged territory.
They also reviewed preparations for indirect talks between the parties aimed at a comprehensive agreement.
Abdelatty also highlighted Egypt’s ongoing preparations to host an international conference on early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza, to be convened immediately after a ceasefire agreement is reached.
Witkoff commended Egypt’s continuous efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza and its constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability.
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