Monday’s Abu Dhabi summit saw UAE’s Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Egypt’s President el-Sissi align on halting Gaza’s violence permanently, championing the two-state solution for Middle East stability.
The meeting, per WAM, prioritized an enduring truce and seamless aid to Gaza civilians. Joint warnings decried further clashes, foreseeing severe regional fallout from intensified fighting.
The leaders recommitted to non-violent paths resolving area-wide issues, tying peace to Arab solidarity and territorial preservation.
Talks advanced UAE-Egypt economic synergy, with a visit to the flagship AI university signaling innovation drives.
A key UAE pillar for Egypt, the $35 billion 2024 Mediterranean project has enhanced currency stability and reserves.
Egypt’s top diplomat Badr Abdelatty demanded immediate global forces for Gaza monitoring in a Greek counterpart call, urging the US plan’s second phase per UNSC nod.
He endorsed the January-formed Palestinian committee for Gaza’s transitional management and humanitarian ops toward authority return.
Focus remained on aid continuity and rebuild prep. Truce since October emphasizes exchanges; next: withdrawal, demobilization, reconstruction.
Optimism grows from this forward-looking alliance.