Egypt-Greece ministerial calls on regional de-escalation

Throughout July and early August 2026, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a series of telephone calls to strengthen bilateral cooperation and coordinate on regional developments. The ministers welcomed the momentum in Egyptian-Greek relations, reaffirmed their strategic partnership, and emphasized the importance of the trilateral mechanism involving Egypt, Greece, and Cyprus. They discussed expanding trade, investment, and economic ties, and reviewed Egypt's diplomatic efforts to promote de-escalation amid rising regional tensions. The talks covered the US-Iran negotiations, developments in Libya and the Gaza Strip, and broader Middle East issues. Both ministers agreed to maintain close consultation and support international efforts to reduce tensions and preserve regional stability.