Cairo: The Egyptian Foreign Ministry issued a statement expressing Egypt’s support for all diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine War. The statement highlighted Egypt’s close monitoring of consultations in Saudi Arabia aimed at reaching an understanding to conclude the conflict.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the statement emphasized Egypt’s longstanding commitment to resolving conflicts through peaceful means, in alignment with the United Nations Charter and international law. These principles are viewed as vital components of global order and international relations. The ministry reiterated Egypt’s belief that diplomacy is essential in addressing the root causes of conflicts to restore security, stability, and peace.

The Egyptian Foreign Ministry further detailed Egypt’s involvement in Arab and African initiatives and the Friends of Peace initiative, underscoring its support for efforts to resolve the Ukrainian-Russian crisis. The statement reaffirmed the importance of political solutions as key to resolving international conflicts, reflecting Egypt’s involvement in various peace initiatives. President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi emphasized this approach in November 2022, advocating for a peaceful resolution to the conflict due to its significant humanitarian, economic, and security impacts.

In related developments, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Ukraine’s agreement to a 30-day ceasefire proposed by the United States. This decision followed significant peace talks between US and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia.

The Egyptian Foreign Ministry acknowledged global efforts, including US initiatives to end wars and conflicts, particularly in the Middle East, as offering hope for resolving military confrontations globally. The ministry stressed the importance of achieving fair political settlements with broad international consensus, considering the interests of all parties, especially concerning the Palestinian issue and Middle East conflicts.

The Foreign Ministry concluded by highlighting the long-standing suffering caused by wars and conflicts, stressing the need for a world governed by values of civilization, tolerance, understanding, and justice.