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UPDATED Oct 17, 2026 at 9:06 PM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Sisi says Egypt ready to defend Saudi Arabia if asked
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said Egypt was ready to defend Saudi Arabia if requested. The comments came amid escalating Houthi attacks. A separate headline said Sisi was seeking parliament’s backing for possible assistance.
WHO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
WHAT: Said Egypt was ready to defend Saudi Arabia if requested.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 1:49 PM ET
WHERE: Egypt
WHY: Sisi’s statement came amid escalating Houthi attacks.
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