Foreign Minister Abdelatty made the remarks during an interview on the Akher Al-Nahar programme with TV host Khaled Abu Bakr on Al-Nahar channel on Wednesday evening.
He stated that protecting Egypt’s borders is a “sacred duty,” emphasizing that the country possesses all the necessary capabilities to safeguard its national security.
“The Egyptian Armed Forces are capable of defending every inch of the homeland,” he said.
Abdelatty emphasized that Egypt’s national security is inviolable and that the country’s borders are a “red line.” “Anyone who tries to violate them will face a response they will not forget.”
He added that Egypt rejects any attempts to divide Sudan or threaten its unity, describing Sudan’s territorial integrity as a “red line” and a fundamental priority for Egypt’s national security.
“Egypt supports Sudan’s national state institutions, foremost among them the army, which is the only guarantee for preserving the country’s unity,” he said, warning against the emergence of armed groups operating outside the framework of the state.
“The Egyptian position is clear. Under no pretext can the existence of parallel armed entities be accepted, as this would lead to Sudan’s division, and Egypt will never allow that,” he affirmed.
Concern over Darfur and partition plans
The foreign minister expressed deep concern about the escalating violence in Sudan, particularly in Darfur, describing the situation as “devastating.”
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic events, especially in the Darfur region,” he said, warning that the ongoing war threatens Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity.
He cautioned that any plans to partition Sudan pose a danger to the country and would have direct repercussions for Egypt’s national security.
Abdelatty said Egypt is acting with “a clear message of solidarity and commitment to safeguarding Sudan’s independence and unity.”
High-level engagement with Sudanese leadership
The minister said Egypt maintains regular communication with Sudan’s Transitional Sovereignty Council Chairman Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan and other Sudanese political leaders to support efforts for stability.
“The relationship between Egypt and Sudan is an organic one between a single people. Sudan represents Egypt’s strategic depth, and the reverse is also true,” he said.
Abdelatty noted that Egypt’s diplomatic mission in Sudan has been tasked with assessing the situation on the ground and conveying Egypt’s full solidarity with the Sudanese people and their legitimate government.
“Egypt does not recognize any parallel entities that claim to replace the legitimate government,” he said.
Quad roadmap for Sudan
Abdelatty highlighted the importance of the 12 September statement by the International Quad, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the United States, describing it as “a comprehensive roadmap to save Sudan.”
He said the plan focuses on three main goals: opening humanitarian corridors, ensuring the delivery of food and medical aid, and facilitating the work of international relief teams.
He added that Cairo is conducting intensive diplomatic efforts to persuade all Sudanese parties to respond to the plan and called for pressure on armed groups in West Darfur to allow aid into affected areas.
Military solution “impossible”
The minister rejected any notion of a military solution in Sudan. “A military solution is absolutely impossible. The only way to end the conflict is through an inclusive political settlement that excludes no one,” he said.
He noted that Washington has a key role to play: “What President Trump achieved in advancing peace in Gaza can be replicated in Sudan, and President El-Sisi affirmed this to the US President during the Sharm El-Sheikh Summit.”
Abdelatty warned that the continued flow of weapons into Sudan from neighbouring countries is fueling the conflict. “External intervention is at the core of Sudan’s tragedy. It is essential to halt arms supplies and pressure militias and non-state actors to stop the fighting,” he said.
Sudan: the “forgotten humanitarian crisis”
Abdelatty described Sudan as “the forgotten humanitarian crisis,” criticizing the international community’s limited response.
He noted that global attention has only recently increased following disturbing footage from El-Fasher and the visit of the UN under-secretary-general for humanitarian affairs.
“We are working to mobilize financial, medical, and humanitarian resources for immediate relief, especially for tens of thousands of displaced people,” he said.
He also stressed Arab solidarity, noting Egypt’s continuous shipments of humanitarian aid to Sudan despite its own economic challenges.
“Egypt, despite its limited resources, continues to support those fleeing turmoil from Sudan, Yemen, Libya, Syria, and other Arab and African countries,” he said.
Egypt's commitment to the peace treaty
Turning to Egypt’s eastern borders, Abdelatty reaffirmed Cairo’s full commitment to the Egypt-Israel peace treaty “as long as the Israeli side adheres to it.”
He said any movements or measures on Egypt’s side of the border were fully coordinated with Israel, and vice versa, adding that the director of the Multinational Force and Observers (MFO) had praised Egypt for honouring its obligations and confirmed that no violations had occurred on its part.
On the Palestinian file, Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s unwavering support for a two-state solution.
“Any alternative will not bring stability or peace to the region, or even to Israel itself. The two-state solution is the only viable option endorsed by the international community,” he said.
He added that Egypt is working to stabilize the ceasefire, ensure Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and support the deployment of an international monitoring force.
“Egypt is committed to alleviating Gaza’s humanitarian crisis through rational and gradual steps toward the ultimate goal of establishing a Palestinian state on its full national territory,” he concluded.
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