In his call with Jordanian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, FM Abdelatty condemned Iranian attacks targeting several areas in Jordan and affirmed Egypt’s “full solidarity” with the kingdom.
He described any attack on the security or sovereignty of Arab states as “categorically unacceptable,” reiterating Cairo’s support for all measures Amman takes to protect its sovereignty, security, and stability.
The two ministers called for an immediate halt to all military actions that could widen the conflict. They stressed the need to prioritize political and diplomatic solutions and intensify Arab coordination to contain rising tensions.
On Gaza, Abdelatty and Safadi called for completing all requirements under the first phase of the US president's plan and ensuring the unhindered delivery of humanitarian, medical, and relief aid to the strip.
They also called for an agreement on the second-phase arrangements, including an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
Both ministers condemned Israel’s continuing violations in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem. FM Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s full support for Jordan’s Hashemite custodianship of Jerusalem’s Islamic and Christian holy sites, describing it as essential to preserving the city’s identity and historical heritage.
In a separate call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Abdelatty renewed Egypt’s condemnation of repeated Iranian attacks on several Arab countries.
He described the attacks as “a flagrant violation of state sovereignty” and “a grave threat” to regional security and stability, reaffirming Egypt’s full solidarity with the Gulf countries and Jordan.
The Egyptian and Saudi ministers called for the immediate cessation of all escalatory actions that could inflame tensions, broaden the conflict, or threaten Arab security.
They also stressed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law, ensuring the security of international shipping, and rejecting attempts to restrict passage through international waterways.
Such restrictions, they warned, would have serious repercussions for the global economy and energy security.
The ministers also discussed the role of the regional quartet comprising Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. They described the grouping as an important platform for coordinating efforts to contain tensions and consolidate regional security and stability.
Abdelatty agreed with both counterparts to maintain close consultations over regional developments and shared security concerns.
The calls came hours after the United States launched overnight strikes against Iran on Sunday for the eighth consecutive night, saying the operation aimed to "punish" the Iranian forces responsible for an attack in Jordan that killed two US service members and left another missing.
Iran retaliated by targeting two US bases in Kuwait with drones, including Camp Udairi and Ali Al-Salem Air Base.
The renewed attacks followed the collapse of a preliminary agreement intended to end the US-Iran war, which began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran on 28 February.
The 14-point Islamabad memorandum of understanding, signed on 18 June, called for an end to hostilities, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and 60 days of negotiations toward a comprehensive settlement.
Tehran says its strikes on Gulf countries and Jordan are retaliatory attacks targeting US military facilities. However, the attacks have also hit civilian facilities and vital infrastructure, disrupting commercial shipping.
On Saturday, Egypt condemned Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman, reaffirming that Gulf security is closely linked to Egyptian and broader Arab national security.
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