Addis Ababa: President Mahmoud Abbas met with Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The summit is a significant gathering of African leaders and government officials, focusing on key regional and international issues.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the meeting centered on the latest developments in the Palestinian territories. Both parties reiterated their strong opposition to any plans or attempts to displace the Palestinian people from their homeland, including areas in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. They highlighted that such actions are in violation of international law and United Nations resolutions.
President Abbas conveyed his gratitude to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for his consistent support of the Palestinian people and his dedication to preserving the Palestinian cause. He underscored the importance of Palestinian-Egyptian coordination and broader Arab cooperation to ensure the reconstruction of Gaza while maintaining the residency of its people.
Furthermore, President Abbas reaffirmed Palestine's commitment to the Arab Peace Initiative, a topic set to be addressed at the forthcoming emergency Arab League summit. He highlighted the robust historical ties between Palestine and Egypt, commending Egypt's leadership, government, and citizens for their enduring solidarity with the Palestinian people, particularly through humanitarian efforts such as delivering aid and reconstruction resources to Gaza.
President Abbas emphasized that Palestine is not for sale and affirmed the Palestinian people's unwavering determination to remain in their land, pursuing freedom, independence, and self-determination. He also acknowledged Egypt's persistent diplomatic efforts in advocating for Palestinian rights in international forums and its dedication to ending the Israeli occupation.
