Egypt has called on Arab states to strengthen joint security cooperation and consider forming a joint Arab force, as regional tensions escalate following the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Speaking during an emergency meeting of Arab foreign ministers, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty urged the activation of the concept of Arab national security to safeguard the sovereignty and stability of Arab countries. The meeting was convened at the request of Saudi Arabia and supported by several Arab states to address the repercussions of Iranian attacks targeting a number of countries in the region. Abdel-Aty emphasised the need to strengthen frameworks for collective Arab cooperation to confront emerging threats. He said forming a joint Arab force could be […]
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