Middle EastOctober 17, 2026
Egypt's Sisi Seeks Parliament Approval to Defend Saudi Arabia
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi asked lawmakers for an emergency session to authorize Egyptian action in Saudi Arabia's defense if Riyadh requests it, saying Egypt seeks only to defend.
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