Cairo: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty held a phone conversation with Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan on Saturday, July 25, 2026, focusing on regional and international efforts to address rising tensions in the region. According to State Information Service Egypt, the discussion was part of ongoing efforts to follow up on the latest regional developments. Both ministers emphasized the necessity of halting military actions immediately and prioritizing diplomatic resolutions. They also highlighted the importance of intensified Arab coordination to ensure regional stability. Furthermore, the ministers agreed on the need to safeguard freedom of navigation in accordance with international law and opposed any attempts to obstruct international waterways.