Egypt Reveals Imminent Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza for 60 Days

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry revealed that Cairo is currently working on an expected agreement to halt the fighting in the Gaza Strip, including a ceasefire for 60 days, as a prelude to the reconstruction phase. An international conference on reconstruction is expected to be launched within weeks of the ceasefire coming into effect.

Shoukry emphasized the clear American understanding of the necessity to include real guarantees in any agreement to ensure the sustainability of the ceasefire and prevent a renewal of military escalation in the region.

In a direct criticism, the Foreign Minister pointed out that Israel violated the ceasefire agreement reached on January 19th, considering its resumption of aggression against Gaza as "unjustified", and warning that any return to aggression after reaching the new agreement would pose a major threat to stability in the region.

Regarding relations with Tel Aviv, Shoukry stressed that Egypt views its relationship with Israel from the perspective of the peace treaty signed between the two sides, confirming a mutual commitment to respect and abide by its provisions.

He also noted that the ongoing massacres and violations against the Palestinian people, whether in Gaza or the West Bank by settlers, cast a negative shadow on the regional relations and further complicate the political and humanitarian landscape.

In response to a question about potential threats from Israel towards Egypt, Shoukry firmly stated:

 "Egypt is a great and powerful country, capable of protecting its national security and borders against any threat, regardless of its source".

He affirmed that the Egyptian state has strong institutions and armed forces capable of defending the homeland, and that the Egyptian army fulfills its national role fully in coordination with state institutions to ensure the country's security and stability from any external threat.