Egypt supports Lebanon’s sovereignty, national unity: El-Sisi to Aoun

Ahram Online , Monday 4 Aug 2025

President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi reiterated Egypt’s unwavering support for Lebanon’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national unity during a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday, according to a statement from the Egyptian Presidency.

President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi
Combined images of (From L to R) Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.

 

El-Sisi expressed Egypt’s categorical rejection of any violations against Lebanese sovereignty and reaffirmed support for Lebanon’s national institutions in their efforts to maintain security and stability.

He also reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Lebanon’s national institutions in their efforts to ensure security and stability and expressed Egypt’s readiness to assist the Lebanese government in reconstruction efforts—an offer that the Lebanese President appreciated.

The two leaders discussed ways to bolster bilateral relations, particularly in the fields of economy, trade, and investment, in line with the aspirations of both peoples.

Regional developments were also on the agenda, with both presidents emphasizing the need to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

On Gaza, El-Sisi and Aoun stressed the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire, an end to Israeli aggression, and the swift delivery of humanitarian aid. They also emphasized the importance of releasing all hostages and detainees and launching a rapid reconstruction process in Gaza.

Both leaders reaffirmed their countries’ longstanding support for the Palestinian people and their legitimate right to establish an independent state, while firmly rejecting any forced displacement of Palestinians from their land.

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