What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict?
CAIRO — Egypt's parliament is expected to vote next week on whether to authorise the armed forces to help defend Saudi Arabia against attacks by Yemen's Houthis if Riyadh requests its support. The move would bring the Arab world's most populous country closer to direct military involvement in the widening conflicts unleashed by the U.S.-Israeli air assault on Iran in February. President Abdel…
CAIRO — Egypt's parliament is set to vote next week on whether to authorize the armed forces to assist Saudi Arabia in defending against attacks from Yemen's Houthis, if Riyadh requests their support. This potential move would bring the Arab world's most populous nation closer to direct military involvement in the escalating conflicts triggered by the U.S.-Israeli air strikes on Iran in February.
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi made this request in a speech on Saturday, expressing that Egypt will never forget its brothers in the Gulf and telling Saudi Arabia's leaders that Cairo would take any necessary measures to protect them. Similar to the Gulf states that have faced attacks from Tehran during the Iran war, Egypt is a long-standing partner in the U.S.-led security order, which is now being tested by the conflict.
Sisi's remarks represent a significant shift in tone from the more measured stance authorities have maintained since the Iran war began. While Egypt has consistently demonstrated strong support for its Gulf allies, Cairo has avoided publicly committing to a direct combat role in the ongoing conflict.
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