Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi reiterated Egypt’s steadfast support for Yemen’s unity, stability, and territorial integrity. During a meeting with Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) Chairman Rashad Al-Alimi and Council member Sultan Al-Aradah on the sidelines of the Arab summit in Cairo, Sisi pledged continued support for the Yemeni people.

Al-Alimi provided Sisi with an update on Yemen’s economic and humanitarian crisis, which attacks from the Iran-backed Houthis have exacerbated. The discussions also focused on strengthening bilateral relations and addressing key regional challenges.

Egyptian Presidential Spokesperson Mohamed El-Shinawy highlighted the need to halt attacks on commercial vessels, citing their significant impact on Suez Canal revenues and regional trade stability.