In an interview with Al-Qahera News, Abdelatty stated that President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi issues daily directives to the relevant authorities, instructing them to take every possible step to reduce tensions and prevent escalation in the region.
He stressed that this reflects Egypt’s consistent strategy of safeguarding regional security and global stability.
Cairo, he explained, approaches crises comprehensively, balancing security needs with diplomacy, while prioritizing dialogue and negotiation to avoid conflict.
GERD dispute
Abdelatty said Addis Ababa’s unilateral construction and filling of the GERD is “illegal” under international law, noting that Ethiopia moved forward “without a prior agreement with the downstream countries.”
“The Nile is a shared river, and no single state may claim unilateral control over its flow,” he warned, accusing Ethiopia of breaching international law and undermining regional water security.
He added that years of negotiations have now reached a deadlock and failed to produce a binding agreement due to Ethiopia’s intransigence.
The minister stressed that Egypt reserves all rights under international law to defend its water interests if they are harmed.
He stated that Egypt has submitted a letter to the UN Security Council, calling Ethiopia’s actions a breach of its obligations and warning that it will pursue all lawful measures under the UN Charter to protect its share of Nile waters.
Iran nuclear file
The Foreign Minister underlined Egypt’s intensive diplomatic contacts with Tehran, Washington, the European troika, and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
Abdelatty also highlighted Egypt’s diplomatic contacts with Tehran, Washington, the European troika, and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
He said the aim is to ease tensions, ensure oversight of Iran’s nuclear programme, and restore cooperation with the IAEA.
Earlier Tuesday, Iran and the IAEA signed a technical agreement in Cairo to restart cooperation, including the resumption of inspections at Iranian nuclear facilities.
The deal followed a trilateral meeting involving Abdelatty, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.
FM Abdelatty confirmed that the Cairo agreement, brokered under President El-Sisi’s sponsorship, marked a turning point in handling the Iranian nuclear file and laid the foundation for renewed dialogue and international cooperation.
Egypt, he said, will work to ensure the agreement is implemented, reducing risks of escalation and strengthening both regional and global security.
Solidarity with Qatar
Abdelatty emphasized that “Qatar’s security is Egypt’s security,” calling it a key part of Arab national security.
He condemned Israel’s recent strike in Qatar, calling it “heinous” and unacceptable.
He accused Israel of rejecting peace and instead relying on “the arrogance of force,” warning that such an approach “will not bring Israel either security or stability.”
On Tuesday, Israel launched a rare airstrike on Qatari soil, targeting senior Hamas leaders meeting in Doha over a US-backed ceasefire proposal. The attack killed several people and drew swift condemnation.
Qatar denounced the strike as a “flagrant violation of sovereignty and international law.”
Egypt, Turkey, Iran, the UN, and European leaders also condemned the attack, warning it could derail fragile mediation efforts on Gaza.
Egypt’s role
Abdelatty stressed that Egypt remains central to regional and international diplomacy, particularly on issues that directly affect stability.
“Egypt is committed to active diplomacy and to supporting any effort aimed at resolving disputes through peaceful means,” he said, emphasizing the need to bring parties to the negotiating table.
He added that the Middle East is undergoing a critical and delicate phase, requiring restraint, calm, and de-escalation, while prioritizing economic and social development as the foundation of long-term stability.
Egypt, he noted, continues to work with international partners to build balanced understandings that strengthen security and stability across the region.
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