Cairo:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty engaged in a phone conversation with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, focusing on regional de-escalation and crisis management.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the discussion took place on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, where the two ministers explored strategies to address escalating regional risks. Abdelatty urged all involved parties to take proactive measures to prevent a broader conflict.

Additionally, Abdelatty voiced strong support for diplomatic initiatives following recent meetings in Tehran aimed at reducing tensions. The conversation also touched on the possibility of expanding regional consultations between Iran and the "R4" ministerial group—comprising Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey—to coordinate joint efforts and address security concerns.