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UPDATED Oct 19, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
Egypt’s top security body backs aid to Saudi Arabia
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Egypt’s top security body agreed to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance, saying any support would be defensive. The Houthis have repeatedly attacked Saudi airports and oil infrastructure with drones and missiles that can change direction in flight.
WHO: Egypt’s top security body
WHAT: Agreed to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks.
WHEN: Reported Oct 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
WHERE: Egypt
WHY: The agreement is to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks.
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