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Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti,  Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, chaired today, 7 September 2026, the proceedings of the 166th Session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the Ministerial Level.

At the outset of his address, the Minister reviewed the main issues and challenges facing the Arab region, stressing that Tunisia’s assumption of the Chairmanship of the Council at the Ministerial Level, at this critical juncture, represents a national responsibility that Tunisia is committed to using to strengthen Arab solidarity, bridge differences, unify positions and advance joint Arab action towards greater effectiveness.

In this regard, he affirmed that security and stability cannot be achieved in the region unless the Palestinian people are able to recover all their legitimate rights. He reaffirmed Tunisia’s steadfast position, under the guidance of His Excellency the President of the Republic, Mr. Kaïs Saïed, in standing by the Palestinian people and supporting their struggle to fully recover their rights, which are firmly established and imprescriptible, foremost among them their right to establish their independent and sovereign State on the entire territory of Palestine, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.

Mr. Mohamed Ali Nafti also condemned the attacks targeting Syrian and Lebanese territories, expressing Tunisia’s full solidarity with the brotherly Syrian and Lebanese peoples and stressing the need to respect the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of both countries. In the same context, he reaffirmed Tunisia’s commitment to a Libyan-Libyan solution that guarantees Libya’s territorial unity, as well as its solidarity with the brotherly peoples of Sudan and Yemen in their persistent efforts to preserve their unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. He further expressed support for efforts aiming at overcoming the crises facing both countries, in a manner that responds to the aspirations of their peoples for security, stability and development.

The Minister also expressed Tunisia’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the State of Kuwait, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Sultanate of Oman, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Republic of Iraq in confronting attacks and violations targeting their sovereignty, security, stability and territorial integrity. He reaffirmed Tunisia’s categorical rejection of all forms of aggression and escalation, as well as its adherence to the principles of good-neighbourliness, respect for the sovereignty of States and non-interference in their internal affairs, in a manner that safeguards the security and stability of the region.

He called for enhanced coordination and consultation among Arab States to address security challenges and risks, as well as for the development of monitoring and early-warning mechanisms, thereby strengthening the collective capacity to prevent crises and respond to them in a timely manner. He also stressed the importance of a shared commitment to implementing approved Arab decisions and strategies, while developing mechanisms to translate them into concrete programmes and projects that respond to the aspirations of the Arab peoples.

With regard to development, social and economic fields, Minister Nafti highlighted Tunisia’s active engagement in implementing Arab strategies and projects, recalling that Tunisia hosted, towards the end of 2025, the Arab High-Level Preparatory Meeting for the Second World Summit for Social Development, while assuming, as of the same period, the Chairmanship of the Economic and Social Council of the League of Arab States.

He also noted that Tunisia received, on 4 December 2025, the Arab Government Excellence Award in the field of education for its pioneering project, “An Integrated School Life System”, in recognition of national efforts to develop the education system and enhance the quality of school life. In the same context, he highlighted Tunisia’s assumption, since 2026, of the Chairmanship of the Higher Authority of the Arab Board of Health Specializations, further strengthening its contribution to Arab cooperation in the health sector and the exchange of expertise and competencies.

The Minister further underscored the importance of Tunisia’s selection as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2027, describing it as an achievement that reflects the standing enjoyed by Tunisia within the Arab space, as well as its rich material and longstanding cultural heritage. He stressed that this designation opens new prospects for strengthening tourism and cultural cooperation and exchanges among Arab States and peoples.

At the conclusion of his address, the Minister reaffirmed Tunisia’s determination to continue making an active contribution, in cooperation with the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States and its Member States, to activating and further developing mechanisms for joint Arab action, in a manner that strengthens the League’s ability to fulfil its role, respond to challenges, and serve the interests and aspirations of the Arab peoples.

For their part, the Arab delegations participating in the meeting expressed their appreciation for Tunisia and commended the role it plays in supporting joint Arab action. They renewed their confidence in Tunisia’s Chairmanship of the Council at the Ministerial Level, expressing their hope that this Chairmanship would contribute to advancing dialogue and consultation, bridging differences and strengthening Arab unity.

On the sidelines of the Session, the Minister held meetings with a number of his Arab counterparts to discuss bilateral relations, ways to further develop cooperation and its mechanisms, as well as preparations for forthcoming bilateral entitlements

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of Tunisia – Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad.

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That’s the message from the World Food Programme (WFP), which is calling for greater international support for the population, particularly hungry people in remote areas far from lifesaving Ebola treatment centres.

“Ebola is a health crisis, there’s no question about that,” David Stevenson, WFP Country Director for the DRC, recently told UN News.

“But at the same time, since Ebola is in eastern Congo and that area is so tragically affected by conflict, by food insecurity, by displacement, it needs to have a comprehensive approach.”

On the brink of starvation

Eastern DRC has long been a restive region in a country that has battled Ebola 17 times since the virus was first discovered some 50 years ago. 

WFP has been on the frontlines since the current outbreak was declared on 15 May. Caused by the rare Bundibugyo species, it is the fastest on record, with more than 5,500 cases and 2,642 deaths in the first 100 days alone. 

Mr. Stevenson has visited Ituri province, the epicentre of the crisis, and has seen how years of fighting, displacement and lack of access to sufficient food have affected local communities.

“It’s a place where there are over 500,000 people in IPC 4 of hunger and food insecurity,” he said, referring to the five-phase classification scale used by humanitarians (See our UN News explainer on the evidence-based IPC indexhere).

“That’s one notch short of mortality from starvation.”

Hunger hampers Ebola response

The veteran humanitarian stressed that food assistance is critical because when people go hungry, they cannot prioritise other challenges, including Ebola.

“If you can’t feed your family, it’s pretty difficult to adhere to health protocols, which is so necessary now,” he said.

“People changing their behaviours, people becoming more compliant to what is needed in the response of Ebola without the basic means to feed themselves is not going to work.”

With the epidemic moving faster than the response, underlying challenges must be considered “and that means food assistance needs to be part and parcel of the community approach.”

‘Stunned’ at inaction

For Mr. Stevenson, the main challenges are building more Ebola treatment centres and securing more resources for food assistance – and getting it out “to the very remote rural areas.”

Despite logistical hurdles, including “terrible” roads that are often impassible, “we always find a way to deliver,” he insisted, but lamented seeming international indifference.

DRC Ebola response is among WFP’s top operations – alongside Ukraine, the Gaza Strip, Sudan and South Sudan – and he uunderlined the need for increased financial support.

“I’m stunned that we don’t have the response from the international community directly supporting the food assistance that’s needed so that collectively we can end Ebola,” he said.

“Given the level of the challenge that’s out there, it’s really incumbent on me to be very clear with such an appeal, and we’re asking for support now.”

Good nutrition and medical care

Mr. Stevenson has witnessed first-hand how medical care combined with adequate nutrition is saving lives amid the outbreak.

During a recent visit to an Ebola treatment centre he saw a woman who “let out this amazing smile”.

The head of the treatment centre explained that she had been cured of Ebola and was now heading home.

Most never get treatment

“The majority of the people affected Ebola never get to a treatment centre, hence the need for us to be helping build more,” he explained.

“Obviously, this woman who had recovered from Ebola recovered not only because of the medical care she received, but also because of good nutrition, because of food support, which is essential collectively for individuals affected,” he added.

“But, the same logic is true for the entire province, for the entire region of Ebola – that you have to have a comprehensive programme including food assistance, and I think that’s now better recognised and needs to be better resourced.”

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Seychelles and Mauritius have convened the 14th Session of the Seychelles–Mauritius Joint Commission on Bilateral Cooperation (JCC) in Balaclava, Mauritius, bringing together senior government officials and representatives from various Ministries, Departments and Agencies from both countries for three days of discussions aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across areas of mutual interest.

The Seychelles delegation is led by Ambassador Ian Madeleine, Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora. The Mauritian delegation was headed by Ambassador K. Jingree, Head of America, Europe, Asia and Oceania of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade of the Republic of Mauritius during the first session on 8 September 2026, on behalf of Mr. J. Bissoondoyal, Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade of Mauritius.

In his opening remarks, Ambassador Madeleine underscored the importance of the Joint Commission as a key mechanism for reviewing bilateral cooperation and charting the way forward across areas of mutual interest. “The close relationship between Seychelles and Mauritius has been built on shared history, common values and a mutual commitment to advancing the interests of our peoples. The continued engagement between our Governments reflects the importance we attach to this enduring partnership,” Ambassador Madeleine stated.

In his intervention, Ambassador Khemraj Jingree, underscored that the two countries’ common interests and converging perspectives provide a strong foundation for further strengthening the bilateral partnership, while also contributing to the broader objectives of regional cooperation. Against this backdrop, he highlighted that the Joint Commission as an important institutional mechanism for taking stock of bilateral cooperation, assessing progress made, addressing challenges and identifying new and practical avenues for collaboration.

Since the 13th Session, Seychelles and Mauritius have made progress in several areas, including bilateral legal instruments and technical cooperation in cybersecurity, education, investment promotion, arts and culture, and fire and rescue services, alongside continued collaboration through the Indian Ocean Commission. The three-day meeting will review the implementation of existing commitments, address outstanding matters and identify practical measures and timelines to advance bilateral cooperation.

The outcomes and recommendations of the Senior Officials’ Meeting will form the basis for consideration at the Ministerial Segment of the 14th Joint Commission, which will take place on 11 September 2026 following the conclusion of the Senior Officials’ deliberations.

The Seychelles–Mauritius Joint Commission on Bilateral Cooperation remains an important platform for both countries to take stock of bilateral relations, strengthen existing partnerships and identify new opportunities for cooperation.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles.

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Kenya is preparing for possible health risks linked to the anticipated 2026/2027 El Niño season, with forecasts indicating that parts of eastern Africa could receive more rainfall than usual between October and December.

Strong El Niño conditions, together with a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, are usually linked to increased rainfall in eastern Africa. This means countries including Somalia, eastern and southern Ethiopia, northern Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi are likely to experience wetter-than-normal conditions. Similar conditions in 2019 and 1997 were followed by widespread and severe flooding across the region, with significant impacts on communities.

For Kenya, the forecast comes after widespread flooding during the March-May 2026 long rains. By 3 May, flooding had affected 27 counties, claimed 122 lives and affected 42,259 people. Roads, bridges, water systems and power infrastructure were damaged, disrupting access to essential services and increasing the risk of water-borne diseases.

Flooding can contaminate drinking-water sources and sanitation systems, increasing the risk of cholera, typhoid, dysentery, hepatitis A and other diarrhoeal diseases. It can also make it harder for people to reach health facilities, access medicines and continue routine health services.

The Ministry of Health has activated a Health Sector El Niño Contingency Plan to guide preparedness and response to potential health risks associated with heavy rainfall and flooding. The plan brings together national and county governments, emergency agencies, humanitarian organisations and development partners.

WHO is working closely with the Ministry of Health and the Kenya National Public Health Institute, providing technical support as preparedness planning progresses.

“The experience of the long rains earlier this year provides important lessons for preparing health services and communities before the next rainy season,” said Dr. Neema Rusibamayila Kimambo, WHO Representative to Kenya.

Preparedness planning is considering areas including disease surveillance and early warning, laboratory and response capacity, safe water, sanitation and hygiene, risk communication and continuity of essential health services.

As Kenya approaches the October-December rainy season, ongoing preparedness and risk assessment will help health authorities identify potential health impacts and inform actions to strengthen readiness for possible flooding and other weather-related health risks.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of WHO Regional Office for Africa.

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As the global security environment becomes increasingly complex, nations are strengthening partnerships, modernising defence capabilities and embracing emerging technologies to build resilience against conventional and evolving threats.

Kenya is participating in the Seoul Defence Dialogue (SDD) 2026 in the Republic of Korea, represented by the Principal Secretary for Defence, Dr Patrick Mariru, alongside senior military delegates.

The three-day global security forum has brought together approximately 1,000 participants from 67 countries under the theme, “Toward a New Coexistence in the Age of Turbulence.” The dialogue provides a platform for defence and security leaders, policymakers and experts to examine contemporary security challenges and explore collaborative approaches to advancing international peace and stability.

During the opening ceremony, the Republic of Korea’s leadership underscored the need to adapt the global security architecture to an increasingly unpredictable strategic environment. President Lee Jae Myung called for enhanced international cooperation anchored on credible deterrence, shared resilience and adherence to established international norms.

Plenary discussions examined the evolving nature of security alliances and partnerships, with emphasis on strengthening bilateral, minilateral and multilateral frameworks. Participants explored practical approaches to cooperation, including role-sharing, institutionalised burden-sharing, joint capability development and enhanced interoperability among partner nations.

The dialogue also highlighted the need for contemporary security partnerships to extend beyond traditional deterrence. Greater cooperation in intelligence sharing, joint training and exercises, maritime security, and humanitarian assistance and disaster response emerged as important components of building collective resilience.

Defence innovation and industrial resilience featured prominently in the discussions. Participants examined approaches to developing robust defence-industrial ecosystems and secure supply chains through public-private partnerships, domestic production and greater integration of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Emerging technologies are equally reshaping the future security landscape. Discussions highlighted investment in artificial intelligence, cyber capabilities, space systems and unmanned platforms, alongside technology transfer and the development of indigenous defence capabilities.

For Kenya, participation in the Seoul Defence Dialogue provides an opportunity to engage with international partners, exchange perspectives on emerging security trends and draw lessons from evolving approaches to defence cooperation, innovation and resilience.

The forum also reinforces Kenya’s continued engagement in international security dialogue and its contribution to collaborative approaches to regional and global peace and security. Insights from the discussions offer valuable perspectives for strengthening national resilience, defence innovation, capability development and strategic partnerships, while positioning Kenya to respond effectively to an increasingly dynamic security environment.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Defence – Kenya.

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The Joint Command and Staff College (JCSC) officially opened the Junior Joint Command and Staff Course No. 105 / 26 on Monday 7 September 2026, marking the commencement of a rigorous 14-week programme of professional military education for a new cohort of Officers drawn from across the Services.

The opening ceremony was presided over by the Commandant JCSC, Maj Gen Eric Kinuthia, in the company of the Commander Lang’ata Garrison, Brigadier Makonani Balata and the Chief Instructor JCSC, Brigadier Seif Rashid, alongside Heads of Departments.

Addressing the student Officers, the Commandant challenged them to embrace discipline, focus and teamwork while mastering the language of jointness – the doctrine, mindset and shared purpose that unite Land, Air, Maritime and other components.

The course is designed to equip student officers with the requisite knowledge, skills and joint staff orientation required for Grade 3 staff appointments marking a pivotal transition from single Service thinking to integrated joint leadership.

As the Officers of course 105 / 26 begin their journey, the College reaffirms its role as the crucible in which the next generation of joint staff leadership is forged.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Defence – Kenya.

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No single nation can secure the Western Indian Ocean alone. Its vast waters carry international trade, sustain coastal economies, support millions of livelihoods and connect regional markets to the global economy. As maritime activity expands and security challenges become increasingly transnational, cooperation at sea has become a strategic necessity.

Kenya advanced this regional agenda by hosting the Working Group 3 (WG 3) Regional Workshop on Operational Cooperation and Coordination at Sea at the Mombasa Continental Resort on 7 September 2026. The workshop brought together maritime security stakeholders and partners to assess emerging challenges and identify practical measures for strengthening operational cooperation across the Western Indian Ocean.

The Commander Kenya Navy, Major General Paul Otieno, officially opened the workshop, which marked one year since the establishment of Working Group 3 and Kenya’s assumption of its chairmanship.

The milestone provided an opportunity to review progress achieved over the past year, exchange operational experiences and strengthen mechanisms for responding collectively to shared maritime security challenges.

Addressing participants, Major General Otieno underscored the strategic importance of maritime cooperation to regional stability, economic prosperity and sustainable development. He noted that a secure maritime environment enables legitimate activities such as shipping, trade, transportation and fisheries to flourish, sustaining livelihoods and supporting economic growth across the region.

Discussions focused on strengthening operational coordination, maritime domain awareness, information sharing and partnerships among participating nations and maritime security institutions. Participants also emphasised the importance of preserving a rules-based maritime environment anchored on international law, applicable national legislation and shared responsibility.

Kenya’s chairmanship of Working Group 3 places the country at the centre of efforts to translate regional maritime security dialogue into practical operational cooperation. Through the Kenya Navy, the country continues to promote stronger partnerships and collaborative mechanisms capable of enhancing collective responses to threats within the shared maritime domain.

The strategic imperative is clear. Growing maritime traffic, expanding commercial activity and the increasingly complex nature of threats at sea demand coordinated responses. Challenges that transcend national boundaries cannot be effectively addressed through isolated action. They require trusted partnerships, timely information sharing, interoperability and the ability to coordinate responses across jurisdictions.

The workshop therefore went beyond dialogue. It strengthened professional networks, operational linkages and the collective capacity required to anticipate threats, coordinate responses and safeguard shared maritime interests.

For the Western Indian Ocean, security at sea is inseparable from prosperity ashore. Protecting the maritime domain means securing trade routes, sustaining livelihoods, preserving marine resources and creating conditions for regional economies to thrive.

Through Working Group 3, Kenya and its partners are strengthening a regional security architecture founded on trust, cooperation and shared responsibility—ensuring that the Western Indian Ocean remains safe, secure and stable for the nations and communities whose security and prosperity depend upon it.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Defence – Kenya.

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The Eritrean community festival in Canada was colorfully held on 5 and 6 September in Toronto. The festival was officially opened by the guest of honor, Ms. Sophia Tesfamariam, Eritrea’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

The festival, attended by nationals from various Canadian and US cities, as well as religious leaders and heads of national organizations, aimed to promote national harmony, strengthen unity among nationals, enhance Eritrean cultural identity, and strengthen the organizational capacity of nationals.

Highlighting the significance of the festival in strengthening national unity, nurturing national identity, and passing on noble societal values to future generations, Mr. Temesgen Tirfe, chairman of the Holidays Coordinating Committee, commended those who contributed to the successful implementation of the festival.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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Over 5.4 million national identity cards are yet to be collected following a major service-delivery bottleneck faced by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA), Parliament has learnt.

Rosemary Kisembo, the NIRA Executive Director, attributed the backlog largely to inadequate staffing following the expiry of a temporary mass-enrolment and renewal programme.

NIRA is now asking Government to increase its approved establishment from 571 to 998 positions, while providing at least 2,700 temporary workers for 18 months.

“The authority’s existing workforce is insufficient for the scale of its statutory responsibilities,” she stated while appearing before Parliament’s Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises – COSASE on Monday, 07 September 2026.

“NIRA currently has an approved establishment of 571 positions, of which only 418 are filled, including just 201 staff directly facing clients,” she told the committee.

The temporary workforce had been deployed during the mass enrolment and renewal exercise that began on May 27, 2025. The authority initially operated with about 9,800 temporary workers, although the number fluctuated between roughly 9,800 and 12,000 because of high attrition.

Kisembo told MPs that, even with temporary workers available, the authority estimates it would require approximately nine months simply to distribute the outstanding cards, assuming personnel were devoted exclusively to card issuance.

The proposed temporary workforce would be deployed to complete the renewal of approximately six million people, register about 10.9 million people who are not yet on the national register, process changes of particulars and support birth and death registration.

But that arrangement, she acknowledged, offers only temporary relief. “At the end of three months, we shall go back to the point of 418 staff, of which 201 are client-facing.”

Under the Registration of Persons Act, 2015, as amended in 2024, NIRA is responsible for maintaining the National Identification Register and registering citizens, lawful non-citizens, births and deaths.

The 2024 amendments further transferred civil-registration functions, including marriage registration, to NIRA as part of the Government’s rationalisation of public agencies.

According to Kisembo’s testimony, NIRA has printed approximately 15.4 million new identity cards, but only about 10 million have been issued, leaving roughly 5.4 million cards within the authority’s custody. “The workload vis-à-vis the staffing structure does not match,” she said.

Hon. George Musisi, COSASE Deputy Chairperson and MP for Kira Municipality, said complaints from citizens suggested that motivation, efficiency and internal service standards were also contributing to delays.

Musisi recounted his own experience at a NIRA office, saying he arrived early but still encountered difficulties obtaining service. “It is not just about the numbers of the staff…..just picking a card, not registration, picking a card is problematic.”

Hon. Muwada Nkunyingi, the committee chairperson queried cases in which citizens with newly issued national IDs were allegedly being told that their identification details were not yet activated or linked to the relevant systems.

Hon. Geofrey Wokuri, MP for Bungokho County South, told the committee that young people seeking driving permits could lose money because training-related payments may expire while they wait for identity information to become operational.

NIRA acknowledged that the driving-permit system is still being connected to the new identification system but said it has introduced an interim workaround.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.

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Today in El-Alamein, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi participated with President of the Republic of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, and Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, in the periodic summit meeting of the Trilateral Cooperation Mechanism between the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hellenic Republic, and the Republic of Cyprus.

Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that, at the outset of the summit, President El-Sisi welcomed Egypt’s two distinguished guests, highlighting the historic ties of friendship and cooperation, as well as the close bonds between the peoples of the three countries.

The President emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to advance constructive cooperation within the framework of the trilateral mechanism, which has become a model of regional cooperation aimed at achieving stability and development in the Eastern Mediterranean region.

The Cypriot President and the Greek Prime Minister praised the launch of the El-Alamein International Air Show 2026 “EIAS 2026”. They affirmed their keenness to strengthen trilateral cooperation, noting that the mechanism has become a leading platform for consolidating peace and supporting regional security to serve the interests of the three countries and their peoples.

The summit discussed ways to boost cooperation in the areas of trade and investment, as well as the energy, tourism, education, and cultural sectors. The discussions also tackled cooperation on migration, employment, and the movement of skilled Egyptian workers to the two countries. They also stressed the centrality of security cooperation to face common challenges such as irregular migration and organized crime.

The summit also reviewed developments concerning regional and international issues.

President El-Sisi underscored Egypt’s efforts to restore peace and stability and prevent escalation in the Middle East, particularly in light of the repercussions of regional tensions on global trade and energy security.

In this context, the Cypriot and Greek sides expressed their appreciation for Egypt’s active role. The three leaders also agreed to continue political consultation and coordination in support of regional stability.

The discussions also touched on the Palestinian cause. President El-Sisi reiterated the necessity of adhering to the agreement to end the war in the Gaza Strip and ensuring the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid. The President also highlighted Egypt’s unwavering position that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the June 4, 1967 lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital, is the only path toward achieving lasting peace and stability in the region.

The summit also addressed the issue of the Nile waters as an existential matter for Egypt. President El-Sisi stressed the central importance of this issue to Egypt as a matter of national security, appreciating the supportive positions of Greece and Cyprus in this regard. The leaders agreed on the importance of full adherence to the principles of international law governing transboundary international rivers, particularly the Nile River, including the principles of no harm, prior notification, and rejecting unilateral measures.

The three leaders further reaffirmed the positive leap currently witnessed in relations between Egypt and the European Union across various fields, particularly in light of the implementation of the Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership Agreement signed between Egypt and the European Union in 2024.

At the conclusion of the talks, President El-Sisi held a joint press conference with the Cypriot President and the Greek Prime Minister. During the press conference, the President delivered a speech.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.