Egypt’s President and Jordan’s King Address Middle East Tensions

Doha: Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi discussed regional developments with Jordan's King Abdullah II in a phone call on Wednesday: Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's firm rejection and condemnation of the heinous attacks targeting Jordan and several other countries.

According to Qatar News Agency, El-Sisi emphasized the need for coordinated international and regional efforts to pursue political solutions to the ongoing crisis and support de-escalation across the region. The Jordanian King, in turn, stressed the importance of upholding international law, respecting the principles of good neighborliness, and working toward a comprehensive and peaceful settlement of the current tensions.

The two leaders also touched on developments related to the Palestinian cause. They affirmed the need for a just and comprehensive solution based on international law and the two-state solution. Both leaders also rejected the dangerous Israeli escalation in the West Bank and warned of the risks posed by extremist right-wing actions in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.