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In a statement issued Thursday, Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the renewed Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait and Bahrain with missiles and drones. The ministry described the strikes as a flagrant violation of the two countries’ sovereignty that threatens their security and stability while representing an unacceptable escalation undermining regional efforts to promote de-escalation and reduce tensions. It reaffirmed Egypt’s full solidarity with Kuwait and Bahrain together with its complete support for all measures the pair takes to safeguard their security. The statement further stressed that the security of Gulf states forms an integral part of Egyptian and Arab national security.
The ministry has consistently maintained this position across multiple recent communiques, with a similar condemnation issued on June 28 addressing initial strikes according to Egypt Today. That earlier declaration likewise urged full compliance with existing negotiation tracks to resolve disputes peacefully rather than through force. The July 9 statement builds directly on this pattern as renewed actions have kept diplomatic alarms elevated across Arab capitals. Such repeated expressions of support highlight Cairo’s view that stability in the Gulf directly affects broader Arab interests.
Qatar News Agency distributed the latest statement from Cairo, framing the Iranian moves as having no justification and posing risks that extend beyond the immediate targets. The ministry’s assessment found that these incidents compound challenges to regional stability in the Arabian Peninsula and adjacent waters where shipping routes remain vulnerable. Egypt has positioned itself as an advocate for restraint in response to the series of events that began surfacing in late June. Its communications have deliberately emphasised principles of sovereignty and dialogue over specifics of individual attacks.
The foreign ministry’s latest declaration aligns with positions taken by other Arab states facing similar pressures, reinforcing a collective stance against actions perceived as destabilising. Earlier this week, parallel concerns emerged regarding maritime security in key passages such as the Strait of Hormuz according to statements from affected parties. Egypt’s swift response on July 9 reflects established diplomatic protocols that prioritise rapid expressions of solidarity with Gulf Cooperation Council members. The approach has characterised Cairo’s regional policy for years as it seeks to contain flare-ups before they widen.
Circulated through the ministry’s official English-language channels, the statement avoided detailing precise attack locations or outcomes but concentrated on the need to prevent further escalation. It reiterated Egypt’s rejection of any behaviour that infringes on the security of fellow Arab countries or undermines stability in the region as a whole. The communication marks at least the third such condemnation in recent weeks, indicating persistent volatility that continues to draw high-level attention from Egyptian officials. This sustained focus illustrates the depth of Cairo’s strategic interest in Gulf security matters.
