CAIRO – 16 August 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty and his British counterpart David Lammy discussed during a phone call on Friday the ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire deal in the Gaza and allow humanitarian aid into the war-torn enclave.
According to a statement by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abdelatty stressed that the international community must stand up against Israel's irresponsible and unacceptable policies and statements, which threaten to extend the cycle of violence and escalation in the region.
He highlighted that Israel's recent practices and statements violate international law and all international norms at a time when regional and international partners are making relentless endeavors to put an end to the Israeli brutal aggression against Gaza, and ensure unconditional access to humanitarian aid in the embattled strip.
Meanwhile, the British diplomat welcomed the announcement made by some Western nations, including the UK, about their intention or willingness to consider recognizing the State of Palestine on the margins of the UN General Assembly's regular session in September.
Lammy noted that a widespread recognition of a Palestinian state along the lines of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, is the only way to achieve regional security and stability.
Briefing his British counterpart on the efforts made to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, Abdelatty stressed the need for the international community to mount pressure on Israel to end its policy of starvation against innocent civilians.
Abdelatty also reviewed ongoing arrangements to host an early recovery and reconstruction conference for Gaza, in cooperation with the Palestinian government and the UN, once a ceasefire agreement is secured.
The British minister expressed appreciation and support for Egypt's efforts on that score.
Sat, Aug. 16, 2025
