@japdmedia26: Cairo, Egypt 🇪🇬 — Egypt has pledged support for Saudi Arabia as attacks by Yemen’s Houthi movement increase regional tensions. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has requested parliamentary approval for possible military assistance if Saudi Arabia asks for help. On October 18, Egypt’s National Defence Council announced its support for protecting Saudi Arabia’s security, territory and resources. Officials also said Egypt would pursue diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions. The announcement comes after Houthi attacks targeted Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh’s international airport and important oil infrastructure, according to media reports. Parliamentary approval is still pending. On October 19, Reuters reported that Egypt’s parliament postponed its vote until October 26. The proposed authorization would allow the armed forces to support Saudi Arabia if requested. Egypt’s decision reflects its close political and economic ties with Saudi Arabia. It also comes as security concerns grow around the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a vital route for international shipping. The conflict could have serious economic consequences for Egypt because disruptions to maritime traffic can affect revenue from the Suez Canal. The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, control Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, and large parts of the country’s north. They are aligned with Iran, while Saudi Arabia supports Yemen’s internationally recognized government. Egypt has not yet received parliamentary approval for the proposed military mission, and the exact scope of any potential assistance remains uncertain. Could Egypt’s involvement change the course of the conflict, or will diplomacy prevent a wider regional war? #Egypt #SaudiArabia #Yemen #Iran #japd

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