{
  "id": 14926039,
  "title": "'Egypt will never pose a threat': Netanyahu questioned Egypt's military expansion, Sisi says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/egypt-will-never-pose-a-threat-netanyahu-questioned-egypts-military",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T10:12:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-911917"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi addressed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's concerns about Egypt's military expansion during a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian Police Academy. Sisi clarified that Egypt's military growth is not aimed at Israel but for the nation's own security and regional peace. Netanyahu questioned Egypt's reasons for arming itself and purchasing weapons, to which Sisi responded that he has never viewed Israel's strength as a threat to Egypt. He urged Netanyahu to recognize that Egypt's military strength does not pose a threat to Israel. Sisi emphasized that a strong military is crucial for maintaining stability and protecting Egypt's security interests in a turbulent region. Egypt's security doctrine involves developing robust military and police forces to deter threats and safeguard peace. Sisi also discussed Egypt's diplomatic relations with Israel and the Palestinian issue, stating that recognizing a Palestinian state would lead to regional stability and Israel's integration into the Middle East. Egypt remains committed to its peace agreement with Israel and has no hidden ambitions regarding Israeli territory.",
  "summary": "Sisi emphasized that Egypt's military expansion is not directed against Israel but is intended to safeguard national security and preserve peace in an unstable region.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sisi addressed Netanyahu's concerns about Egypt's military expansion at a graduation ceremony.",
    "Egypt's military growth is for national security and regional peace, not against Israel.",
    "A strong military is essential for Egypt's stability and security in a volatile region."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}