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Egypt, Iran Hold Talks on Nuclear Program, Stress Peaceful Solutions
(MENAFN) The presidents of Egypt and Iran held a phone conversation on Saturday focusing on Iran’s nuclear dossier and ways to ease mounting tensions across the region, with Egypt emphasizing diplomacy and cautioning against the dangers of military confrontation, as stated by official accounts.
During the call, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about recent developments surrounding Tehran’s nuclear program. Sisi conveyed Egypt’s “deep concern” over the escalating situation in the Middle East and the risks it poses to regional stability.
He underscored the importance of preventing further escalation and firmly dismissed the use of force, stressing that diplomacy remains “the only and optimal path” to resolving the crisis in a manner that avoids additional turmoil for the region, according to statements.
Sisi also noted that Cairo is continuing intensive diplomatic efforts to encourage both Washington and Tehran to resume negotiations, with the goal of achieving a peaceful and comprehensive resolution to the nuclear issue.
Earlier the same day, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani said that a “structured framework” for negotiations is “taking shape and moving forward,” suggesting momentum in attempts to reduce tensions with the United States after a period of heightened strain.
Pezeshkian, for his part, welcomed Egypt’s role in seeking to contain escalation and safeguard regional security and stability. He also expressed Iran’s interest in expanding political consultation and coordination with Cairo in support of broader regional stability, according to official statements.
The exchange took place against the backdrop of an ongoing US military buildup in the Persian Gulf and continued friction with Iran. US President Donald Trump has repeatedly issued warnings toward Tehran and said on Saturday that “the US has sent a large fleet toward Iran, larger than forces it has deployed in Venezuela.”
During the call, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about recent developments surrounding Tehran’s nuclear program. Sisi conveyed Egypt’s “deep concern” over the escalating situation in the Middle East and the risks it poses to regional stability.
He underscored the importance of preventing further escalation and firmly dismissed the use of force, stressing that diplomacy remains “the only and optimal path” to resolving the crisis in a manner that avoids additional turmoil for the region, according to statements.
Sisi also noted that Cairo is continuing intensive diplomatic efforts to encourage both Washington and Tehran to resume negotiations, with the goal of achieving a peaceful and comprehensive resolution to the nuclear issue.
Earlier the same day, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Larijani said that a “structured framework” for negotiations is “taking shape and moving forward,” suggesting momentum in attempts to reduce tensions with the United States after a period of heightened strain.
Pezeshkian, for his part, welcomed Egypt’s role in seeking to contain escalation and safeguard regional security and stability. He also expressed Iran’s interest in expanding political consultation and coordination with Cairo in support of broader regional stability, according to official statements.
The exchange took place against the backdrop of an ongoing US military buildup in the Persian Gulf and continued friction with Iran. US President Donald Trump has repeatedly issued warnings toward Tehran and said on Saturday that “the US has sent a large fleet toward Iran, larger than forces it has deployed in Venezuela.”
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