Egyptian President: Gulf Security is an Integral Part of Our National Security

Cairo, Oct 5 (KUNA) — Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi reaffirmed that the security of the Gulf Arab states is an integral part of Egypt’s national security, reiterating Egypt’s condemnation and firm rejection of any attacks targeting Arab countries, and emphasizing the necessity of preserving freedom of navigation in international maritime passages.

This was stated in a speech delivered by President el-Sisi today, Monday, while chairing a meeting of the Supreme Council of the Egyptian Armed Forces at the Strategic Command Headquarters in the new capital, as part of Egypt’s and the Egyptian Armed Forces’ celebrations marking the 53rd anniversary of the October victories.

El-Sisi renewed Egypt’s steadfast position supporting the preservation of the unity and sovereignty of sister Arab states, the integrity of their territories, and the rejection of any interference in their national institutions. He stressed that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions remains the sole guarantee for achieving just and lasting peace and stability in the Middle East.

In this context, he affirmed Egypt’s complete rejection of any attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their land, emphasizing the need for the full implementation of U.S. President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan in the Gaza Strip, without circumventing or ignoring its execution.

He added, “I remind everyone that Egypt and Israel fought wars that spanned decades before the courage of the political leadership, guided by their vision at the time and supported by U.S. mediation, opened the door to peace and ended hostility between the two countries. This confirms that peace is not an impossible dream, but a realistic choice capable of ending conflicts and achieving peaceful coexistence among peoples.”

Regarding the Nile River, the Egyptian President stressed that “the Nile is the lifeline of Egypt and the foundation of its existence for thousands of years,” affirming that Egypt’s water share is a firm historical and legal right that cannot be diminished or infringed upon. He emphasized that while Egypt, as always, extends a hand of cooperation and joint development with its brothers in the Nile Basin countries, it will not allow any measures that threaten its water security, and will continue to defend these rights by all means guaranteed under international law.

El-Sisi said, “On this glorious day in our nation’s history, Egyptians wrote a brilliant page in the annals of national glory when the Egyptian will rose to affirm to the entire world that Egypt does not compromise on its land, and that great peoples always possess the ability to turn defeat into victory and move toward a brighter future.”

He added that “the great October victory was the fruit of years of tireless work and meticulous preparation, underpinned by a firm belief that victory belongs to those who seize the means of strength and fulfill their duties with sincerity, detachment, and dedication.”

He continued, “Today, we live in a region plagued by crises and turmoil, and in a world witnessing rapid transformations and unprecedented challenges that have swept through countries, destroyed the stability of homelands, and displaced millions of innocents.”

In this context, he affirmed that challenges remain, and that plots targeting the stability of Egypt’s Nile waters have not ceased. He stressed that the Egyptian state is strong through its institutions, cohesive through the will of its people, and capable of protecting its national security, preserving its resources, and maintaining its stability. (End) A.S.M. / N.S.A.