Egypt ready to support Saudi Arabia without attacking Yemen

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: October 22, 2026Country: Egypt

World / InternationalPolitics

Egypt ready to support Saudi Arabia without attacking Yemen

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi said on October 21 at the Egypt 2026 Forum that his country was ready to provide military support to Saudi Arabia if Riyadh requested it, while ruling out an offensive in Yemen against the Houthis. He said any assistance would defend Saudi territory and borders, not involve fighting beyond them. Al-Sissi also spoke of contributing to stability in Sudan, Libya and Somalia. Egypt’s parliament, which he asked on October 17 to authorize possible support, has yet to decide; its decision was postponed until October 26.

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