It is crucial that Muslim nations continue their united efforts for a lasting cease-fire in Gaza, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told his Egyptian counterpart on Wednesday.
In a phone call, Erdogan and Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed Israel’s aggression against Palestinian territories, as well as efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, according to a statemen by the Turkish Communications Directorate.
“During the meeting, President Erdogan stated that it is important for Islamic countries to continue efforts initiated to ensure a permanent cease-fire in unity,” the statement added.
It also noted that the Turkish president conveyed his good wishes to al-Sisi, who was reelected as president of Egypt in last week’s election.
Erdogan also “expressed his hope for the new term to be beneficial for Türkiye-Egypt relations,” the statement added.
Source: Anadolu agency
