In a critical meeting on Sunday, Egypt and Japan stressed the necessity to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Atty and Japan’s FM, Yoko Kamikawa, concurred on the necessity to prevent further escalation in the Middle East and to intensify their countries’ efforts, in cooperation with international and regional partners, to stave off a regional war.
This agreement was reached amidst ongoing developments in Lebanon, highlighting the volatile situation that threatens regional security and stability.
The discussion took place on the sidelines of Abdel Atty’s visit to Japan for the TICAD ministerial meeting, prompted by Kamikawa’s request, following recent escalations on the Lebanese front.
Both parties also emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
They called for the unconditional delivery of humanitarian and medical aid to the residents of the Strip and the release of hostages and detainees, aiming to end the catastrophic humanitarian suffering endured by the Palestinian people in recent months.
Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ambassador Abu Zaid noted that the Japanese Foreign Minister discussed the latest developments in the Middle East, reflecting a strong interest in consultation and coordination with Egypt.
Egypt has played a crucial role from the onset of the crisis to prevent the spread of escalation in the Middle East, underscoring the Japanese commitment to de-escalation and peace in the region.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning that tens of thousands of children in Gaza are suffering from severe malnutrition.
According to the WHO, about 15,000 children in Gaza have been identified as suffering from acute malnutrition after a screening of approximately 240,000 children since the beginning of the year. Among these, 3,288 children are facing severe malnutrition conditions.
About 5,000 children have been examined, with a third displaying symptoms of malnutrition.
