Baghdad:Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates, Badr Abdelatty, emphasized the necessity for Israel to withdraw from Syrian territories it has occupied. He reaffirmed Egypt's steadfast support for Syria's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

According to State Information Service Egypt, Abdelatty's remarks came during a meeting with Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad al Shaibani. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Baghdad.

The Egyptian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Ambassador Nader Zaki, reported that Abdelatty reiterated Egypt's commitment to preserving Syria's national institutions and resources while rejecting foreign interference that threatens Syrian sovereignty. Abdelatty also praised the results of a recent government meeting in Damascus and the formation of the Egyptian-Syrian Joint Business Council, highlighting the importance of economic, trade, and investment cooperation between the two nations.

Additionally, the meeting covered recent regional developments, including the situation in the Gaza Strip, U.S. President Donald Trump's peace plan, and developments in Lebanon. Discussions also addressed regional tensions, maritime security, and the freedom of navigation. Both parties emphasized the need for de-escalation and the importance of political and diplomatic solutions, along with continued coordination and consultation on mutual concerns.