President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi re-emphasized the nation's outright rejection of any attempt to liquidate the Palestinian cause through the forced displacement of Palestinians during a meeting with a US Congress delegation in Cairo.

El-Sisi affirmed that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state is the only way to foster regional stability, according to a statement released by the presidential spokesman after the meeting.

“The only way to achieve sustainable security and stability in the region is a settlement based on justice, paving the way for true security for all the peoples of the region and defusing crises and wars at this level,” the Egyptian president said.

During the meeting, El-Sisi also stressed that the utmost priority now is to achieve a ceasefire, protect civilians, and ensure unfettered delivery of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of Gazans.

The president also warned against the expansion of the conflict in the region, given the “grave and momentous” repercussions such escalation would have on regional and international peace and security, added the statement.

The US delegation, currently touring Egypt as part of a broader regional itinerary, met separately with Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry, who also echoed the country’s stance concerning the displacement of Palestinians and the elimination of the Palestinian issue.

Shoukry emphasized the urgent need for sufficient humanitarian aid to reach Palestinians in accordance with the recent Security Council resolution.

The foreign minister reiterated the imperative of halting the targeting of civilians and violence perpetrated by Israeli settlers, stressing the immediate and comprehensive need for a ceasefire.

He called upon influential international actors, including the United States, to fulfill their responsibilities in curbing Israeli violations in Gaza, urging accurate identification and accountability of those responsible.

Shoukry warned of the danger posed by recent regional escalations, particularly in Lebanon, Iraq, and Syria.

He underscored the Red Sea's vital role in ensuring the smooth and secure movement of global trade. Discussions during the meeting encompassed various regional issues.

The reaffirmation of Egypt’s stance comes as new remarks by Israeli officials – including members of Netanyahu’s government – floated over the past few hours advocating once again for a mass departure of Palestinians from Gaza.

The Israeli call was slammed and labeled by the US as “inflammatory and irresponsible.”

In response, Itamar Ben Gvir, leader of the far-right pro-settler party Jewish Force, hit back at American criticism, reiterating his call for the deportation of Palestinians and the return of Jewish settlers to Gaza after the ongoing war.

Ben Gvir’s statement followed a similar call made by Israel Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, another far-right member of Netanyahu’s government.

In November, El-Sisi said the deportation of Palestinians is a red line for Egypt, and it will not be permitted.

The Israeli calls for the deportation of Palestinians are designated a crime against humanity by the International Criminal Court and are prohibited by the Geneva Conventions, which form the core of international humanitarian law.