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UPDATED Oct 17, 2026 at 10:05 PM ET
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Sisi seeks parliament backing for Saudi defense offer
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi sought parliament’s backing for Egypt to help defend Saudi Arabia if requested. His comments came amid escalating Houthi attacks.
WHO: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
WHAT: Sisi said Egypt was ready to defend Saudi Arabia if requested and sought parliament’s backing.
WHEN: Reported Oct 17, 2026 at 1:51 PM ET
WHERE: Egypt
WHY: Sisi’s remarks came amid escalating Houthi attacks.
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