{"id":53731,"date":"2025-09-27T14:39:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T18:39:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/"},"modified":"2025-09-27T14:39:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T18:39:06","slug":"middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/","title":{"rendered":"Middle East on Edge: Egypt&#8217;s Foreign Minister Addresses Regional Crises, Iran Nuclear Deal Doubts Surface"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Gaza_and_the_Palestinian_Question\" >Gaza and the Palestinian Question<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Nile_Water_Dispute_with_Ethiopia\" >Nile Water Dispute with Ethiopia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Regional_Stability_and_International_Law\" >Regional Stability and International Law<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Iran_Nuclear_Issue\" >Iran Nuclear Issue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www2.stockmarketwatch.com\/stock-market-news\/middle-east-on-edge-egypts-foreign-minister-addresses-regional-crises-iran-nuclear-deal-doubts-surface\/53731\/#Other_Developments\" >Other Developments<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span>Key Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Egypt&#39;s Foreign Minister has issued strong warnings against the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, labeling it a &quot;red line&quot; and a crime of ethnic cleansing, while also accusing Israel of creating a &quot;man-made famine&quot; in the enclave.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Cairo has reiterated its unwavering commitment to its rights to the Nile waters, asserting that Ethiopia&#39;s unilateral actions regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) are a violation of international law and threaten Egypt&#39;s existential interests.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Statements from Iraqi and Iranian officials indicate significant skepticism regarding the future of the Iran nuclear issue, with an Iraqi official accusing the West of blackmail and an Iranian MP stating that a recent agreement with Grossi will not be implemented.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Egypt is actively engaged in diplomatic efforts across the region, supporting a two-state solution, calling for the withdrawal of foreign forces from Libya, and condemning Israeli violations of Lebanese and Syrian sovereignty, while also appreciating former U.S. President Trump&#39;s efforts to end the Gaza war.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Middle East finds itself at a <em>critical juncture<\/em>, facing a choice between upholding international law or descending further into chaos, according to recent statements from the Egyptian Foreign Minister. Egypt&#39;s top diplomat emphasized that true peace is not achieved through force but is built on the foundations of justice, a strategic choice for Egypt.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gaza_and_the_Palestinian_Question\"><\/span>Gaza and the Palestinian Question<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains a paramount concern, with the Egyptian Foreign Minister asserting that Gaza is experiencing a &quot;famine made by Israel&quot; and that Palestinians are facing a war fueled by extremist ideology. He condemned the continuation of what he termed &quot;genocide&quot; in Gaza and the denial of the Palestinian state&#39;s right, stating that such actions strip peace talks of their substance.<\/p>\n<p>Egypt has unequivocally rejected any scenario for the displacement of the Palestinian people, calling it a &quot;crime of ethnic cleansing&quot; and a &quot;new Nakba.&quot; The Foreign Minister stressed that Egypt will not be a gateway for such displacement and will not participate in any plans to liquidate the Palestinian cause. Cairo maintains that Israel will not enjoy security or stability without the security of others and the establishment of a Palestinian state, urging Israel to learn from past lessons.<\/p>\n<p>Diplomatically, Egypt supports a two-state solution, a path also backed by Saudi Arabia and France. Furthermore, Egypt has expressed appreciation for former U.S. President Donald Trump&#39;s announcements regarding efforts to stop the war in Gaza and is ready to build on his vision to end the conflict.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nile_Water_Dispute_with_Ethiopia\"><\/span>Nile Water Dispute with Ethiopia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) continues to be a point of contention. Egypt&#39;s Foreign Minister firmly stated that Egypt will not tolerate any leniency in ensuring its rights to the Nile waters, emphasizing its capability to defend these rights. He warned that Ethiopia &quot;deludes itself&quot; if it believes Egypt will forget its existential interests in the Nile, asserting that Ethiopia&#39;s unilateral operation of the dam violates international law.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Stability_and_International_Law\"><\/span>Regional Stability and International Law<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Beyond the immediate crisis in Gaza and the Nile dispute, Egypt&#39;s Foreign Minister addressed broader regional stability. He condemned repeated Israeli violations of the sovereignty of Lebanon and Syria, affirming the unity of their territories. The Minister also called for the withdrawal of foreign forces from Libya and the swift holding of elections to restore stability in the country.<\/p>\n<p>The Foreign Minister highlighted that the Middle East is on the brink of explosion due to the absence of prerequisites for peace, security, and respect for international legitimacy. He warned that the crimes being committed are eroding the credibility of the international system.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iran_Nuclear_Issue\"><\/span>Iran Nuclear Issue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Adding to regional tensions, an Iraqi official accused the West of aiming to blackmail Iran regarding its nuclear program and extract concessions, vowing that Iraq would not accept any &quot;humiliating demands.&quot; Concurrently, Ismail Kosari, a member of the Iranian Parliament&#39;s National Security Committee, declared that an agreement reached in Cairo with IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi would not be implemented.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Developments\"><\/span>Other Developments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In a separate development, the National Congress of American Indians condemned the Pentagon&#39;s decision to preserve medals for soldiers who fought at Wounded Knee in 1890, 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