During a phone call on Tuesday with UK National Security Adviser Jonathan Powell, Abdelatty said Egypt is closely following up on the case and expects to be promptly informed of the investigation’s findings.
According to a statement by the ministry, Egypt’s top diplomat also instructed the Egyptian Embassy in London to remain in close contact with British authorities, provide full consular support, and work toward a rapid resolution.
Ahmed Abdelkader, head of the so-called “Union of Egyptian Youth Abroad,” was arrested in London after a confrontation with members of the Muslim Brotherhood diaspora. Videos shared online showed him resisting detention as Brotherhood supporters hurled insults.
Abdelkader has recently been visible outside Egyptian diplomatic missions in the UK, where he staged protests and posted videos denouncing Brotherhood activists.
He has accused them of trying to chain embassy gates and divert attention from wider causes, including mobilizing support for Gaza.
His arrest drew immediate attention in Cairo.
In a TV interview earlier this month, Abdelatty voiced reservations about some countries’ failure to address the recent activities of agitators outside Egyptian embassies. He stressed that Egypt, as a result, has begun applying the principle of reciprocity.
Abdelatty underscored that Egypt views the inviolability of its embassies as non-negotiable, and any failure to ensure their protection will be treated accordingly.
“Some countries, whether under pressure or in genuine cooperation with Egypt, have since enforced reciprocity by securing areas around our embassies and preventing hired agitators from approaching them,” he said.
Egypt-UK Ties
Abdelatty and Powell also underscored during the call the depth of Egypt–UK relations and regional developments.
They also discussed ways to elevate Egyptian-British relations to the level of a strategic partnership, affirming the importance of deeper cooperation across political, economic, and security fields.
Gaza Catastrophe
On the regional front, Abdelatty condemned Israel’s flagrant violations of international humanitarian law, including the targeting of journalists, medical and humanitarian workers, and the recent incursion into Ramallah.
He reiterated Egypt’s categorical rejection of Israel’s continued operations in Gaza and the obstruction of aid, warning of an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe that has pushed the strip to the brink of famine.
Abdelatty urged the international community to assume its responsibilities, halt the war, and ensure the flow of humanitarian relief.
The minister also welcomed announcements from several Western countries, including the UK, of their intention to recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming UN General Assembly in September.
He emphasized that broadening recognition of an independent Palestinian state on the 4 June 1967 borders is the only viable path to achieving lasting peace, security, and stability for all peoples of the region.
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