CAIRO — Iran’s Foreign Minister said Egypt’s security is of “utmost importance” as regional tensions continue to rise following recent attacks and escalating military activity across the Middle East.
The remarks came during diplomatic contacts between Tehran and Cairo, where the Iranian minister stressed that Iran supports the stability and security of Egypt and does not seek to undermine the country’s national interests.
The statement follows heightened concern after a drone attack sparked a fire aboard gas vessels at Egypt’s Mediterranean port of Damietta, fueling fears that the widening regional conflict could threaten strategic infrastructure and international shipping routes.
Iran’s top diplomat emphasized the importance of dialogue and cooperation to prevent further instability, while reaffirming respect for Egypt’s sovereignty and security.
Egypt has not publicly commented in detail on the Iranian statement, but Cairo has repeatedly called for restraint and diplomatic efforts to prevent the conflict from spreading further across the region.
The comments are likely to be viewed as an attempt by Tehran to reassure Cairo as tensions continue to mount between Iran, the United States and regional allies.