Egypt Leads Arab Opposition to Israel's Six-Month Gaza City Plan
Egypt leads Arab-Islamic coalition in opposing Israel's six-month military plan for Gaza City control, emphasizing diplomatic solutions and humanitarian concerns while coordinating regional response.
President Al-Sisi leads diplomatic efforts against Israeli military expansion in Gaza
Israel's military plans for a prolonged takeover of Gaza City, expected to last at least six months, have drawn strong condemnation from Egypt and other Arab nations, according to recent reports. The operation, approved by Israel's Security Cabinet, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Timeline and Scope of Israeli Operation
Israel's comprehensive military operation includes plans to evacuate over 800,000 Gaza City residents to Al-Mawasi in southern Gaza within two weeks. The military intends to deploy an additional reserve division alongside five existing divisions, preparing for an intense military campaign scheduled to begin in approximately two months.
Egypt's Diplomatic Leadership
Egypt has taken a decisive diplomatic stance, spearheading regional opposition to Israel's military plans. President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi's meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan demonstrated Egypt's commitment to preventing military re-occupation of Gaza and securing an immediate ceasefire.
United Arab-Islamic Response
A powerful coalition of 23 nations, including Egypt's leading diplomatic initiative, has issued a joint statement condemning Israel's intended military control as a "dangerous and unacceptable escalation" that violates international law. The coalition emphasized that such actions threaten regional stability and peace prospects.
Humanitarian Concerns
The joint statement highlighted serious concerns about:
- Potential forced displacement of Palestinians
- Violations of international humanitarian law
- Risk of crimes against humanity
- Deteriorating humanitarian conditions
International Mediation Efforts
Egypt, Qatar, and the United States continue their mediation efforts to achieve a ceasefire and facilitate prisoner exchanges. The coalition has called for immediate and unconditional humanitarian aid access to Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for relief agency operations.
"The immediate and comprehensive cessation of Israeli aggression is imperative," stated the joint Arab-Islamic ministerial committee, underlining the growing regional consensus against military escalation.
Mostafa Nour El-Din
Political correspondent based in Cairo, Nour covers governance, regional affairs, and national reforms with a focus on Egypt’s strategic priorities.