Egypt sets up WhatsApp hotline for nationals abroad as regional tensions mount

Ahram Online , Saturday 28 Feb 2026

Egypt’s Foreign Ministry said on Saturday it has activated a dedicated WhatsApp hotline to handle inquiries from Egyptian nationals in countries affected by the escalating military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran.

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Egyptian Foreign Ministry Headquarters.

 

The ministry said an operations room had been set up within its consular sector to monitor the situation of Egyptian communities abroad and provide round-the-clock support.

A WhatsApp hotline—+201222285800—has been launched to allow citizens in affected countries to communicate directly with consular officials regarding their safety and well-being.

Diplomatic missions in the region have also been instructed to reactivate emergency hotlines and maintain continuous contact with Egyptian nationals. The ministry urged citizens to exercise caution and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.

The measures come as strikes and retaliatory attacks between Washington, Tel Aviv, and Tehran intensify, raising concerns about the safety of foreign nationals across the region.

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