In an interview with Al-Qahera News, Abdelatty voiced frustration over missed opportunities to release captives and prevent the ongoing killing of civilians in Gaza, where Israeli forces have killed over 42,400 people, primarily women and children. He emphasized Egypt’s relentless efforts to stop Israeli attacks and its repeated warnings about the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

The Foreign Minister pointed to the conflict’s expansion, noting that Israeli aggression has now extended to the West Bank and Lebanon, with the risk of broader involvement from countries like Iran. He warned that any miscalculations could spark a devastating war, at a time when the region urgently needs development and reconstruction.

Abdelatty also highlighted the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, reporting more than 150,000 people killed or injured, 1.7 million internally displaced, and thousands trapped under rubble. He criticized the international community’s failure to address these violations of international law, particularly by countries that claim to champion human rights, exposing their double standards.

Addressing the issue of forcibly displacing Palestinians, Abdelatty firmly rejected any Israeli plans to relocate Gaza’s residents to Sinai, calling it a complete liquidation of the Palestinian cause. He also referenced Jordan’s strong stance against relocating West Bank residents to its territory, affirming that Egypt and Jordan remain united in rejecting such plans.

"Arrogance and power have not, and will not, bring Israel security and stability," he remarked, criticizing Israel’s attempts to impose its will on the region. He cited the October 1973 war as a historical example, where military power failed to secure lasting peace, stressing that peace can only be achieved by restoring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

No Compromise on Egyptian Borders
 

Abdelatty emphasized that Egypt’s borders are non-negotiable, affirming that the state has conveyed a clear message about the readiness of its armed forces to defend its sovereignty. "No party would dare to challenge Egypt’s sovereignty, knowing that any violation of our borders, sovereignty, or national security would provoke an extremely harsh response," he stated.

He reiterated that Egypt is fully aware of the plans being developed for the region and emphasized its pivotal role in the peace process. Recalling President Anwar Sadat’s peace efforts with Israel, Abdelatty asserted that Egypt believes peace must be safeguarded by force when necessary. "This is a settled matter," he declared.

He clarified that Egypt has never conspired against other nations and that its military presence is solely for defending its borders and sovereignty. "We need peace to preserve lives, foster development, and create job opportunities—potentially more than a million annually."

Relations with Iran
 

Abdelatty highlighted the meeting between Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as part of Egypt's efforts to prevent further escalation and avoid a full-scale regional war. Discussions centred on achieving ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon, non-interference in internal affairs, and ensuring freedom of navigation in the Red Sea.

"We addressed the heightened tensions in the Red Sea and the critical importance of maintaining freedom of international navigation, as Egypt is particularly affected by this escalation, which has led to a decline in Suez Canal revenues," he explained. The number of ships passing through the canal has dropped from over 72 per day to just 27.

He also underscored the importance of supporting the Lebanese people in selecting a president that reflects national consensus, confirming Egypt’s commitment to working with other Arab nations to maintain a unified stance on Lebanon. He emphasized that the Lebanese people must freely decide to end the presidential vacuum free from external pressures.

Nile Basin Relations
 

Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's commitment to supporting stability in Africa, clarifying that it has no issues with Nile Basin countries except Ethiopia, which still refuses a legally binding agreement on the operation and filling of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). He condemned Ethiopia's unilateral approach as completely unacceptable.

"Ethiopia's claim of full sovereignty over the Blue Nile directly contradicts international law," he said, pointing to historical treaties establishing shared rights. "These agreements cannot be simply disregarded, especially since Ethiopia was an independent state, not under occupation, at the time they were signed."

Sudan Crisis
 

On Sudan, Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's opposition to any military or economic targeting of the Sudanese people. He dismissed allegations of Egyptian airstrikes against Sudan's Rapid Support Forces as baseless and demanded proof of such claims.

He also recalled Egypt's principled stance on Sudan, referencing the attempted assassination of former President Hosni Mubarak in the 1990s. Despite that incident, Egypt refrained from targeting Sudan in international forums or supporting punitive actions through the United Nations or the United States.