El-Sisi welcomed the ceasefire, announced by US President Donald Trump early Tuesday, marking what Trump called the end of “the 12-day war.” He stressed the need to preserve the ceasefire amid a dangerous regional escalation that had pushed the Middle East to the brink of wider conflict.
El-Sisi also condemned Iran’s recent missile strike on Qatar, describing it as a violation of state sovereignty and reaffirming Egypt’s rejection of attacks on fellow Arab and Islamic nations.
On Monday, Iran launched missiles at Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar in retaliation for US airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities the previous day. Those US strikes followed Israel’s initial attacks on Iran, which triggered the conflict on 13 June.
The call reviewed Egypt’s diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions, particularly with the US. Both presidents emphasized the urgency of resuming nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington. They reiterated support for a weapons-of-mass-destruction-free zone in the Middle East.
El-Sisi and Pezeshkian agreed that the region needs comprehensive political solutions for its complex security dynamics. Pezeshkian thanked El-Sisi for Egypt’s stabilizing role and efforts to prevent further bloodshed.
Ceasefire faces early violations
The truce has already come under strain, with breaches by both sides within hours of its announcement.
On Tuesday, Iran launched ballistic missiles at the Israeli city of Beersheba, killing at least five people and injuring 20. Israel responded with airstrikes on northern Iran, including residential areas in Gilan province.
On Wednesday, Iran executed three men—two Iranians and one Iraqi—accused of spying for Israel and smuggling assassination equipment. According to IRNA, six people have now been executed for espionage since 16 June.
The conflict has so far killed at least 28 people and injured over 1,000 in Israel. Iranian casualties have reached the hundreds, according to official figures and the Washington-based Human Rights Activists group.
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