Egypt pledges support for Saudi Arabia as Houthis warn Cairo against military intervention
Egypt 's top security body on Sunday pledged “all necessary and possible forms of support” to Saudi Arabia . It met hours before parliament convened to vote on authorising President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to help defend the kingdom against attacks by the Houthi rebels in Yemen. The National Defence Council, chaired by Mr El Sisi at Al Ittihadiya Palace in Cairo, said Saudi Arabia's security was…
Egypt's National Defence Council has pledged comprehensive assistance to Saudi Arabia in response to escalating attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen. The council, chaired by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, cited the security of Saudi Arabia and the Islamic holy sites as reasons for its support. While the council did not mention sending troops, an MP close to the state suggested forces could be deployed on a defensive mission.
The request for assistance comes after the Saudi-led coalition shot down missiles and drones targeting Saudi Arabia, with the Houthis responsible for numerous attacks on Saudi airports. The UN Security Council condemned the attacks, and Saudi Arabia activated a defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan on October 5, which could lead to military assistance from those nations.
Egypt, while not yet a member, is considering joining the pact. The move has drawn a warning from the Houthi-run parliament in Sanaa, which categorically rejects Egypt's involvement and warns of grave dangers to national security.
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