Egyptian parliament approves military help for Saudi Arabia

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Egypt's parliament approved military assistance for Saudi Arabia if requested, as Houthi attacks threaten the kingdom and Red Sea shipping. The vote came as Saudi officials held talks in Iran amid regional efforts to prevent further escalation of the fighting.

WHO: Egypt's parliament

WHAT: Approved military assistance for Saudi Arabia if requested.

WHEN: Reported Oct 27, 2026 at 2:57 PM ET

WHERE: Egypt

WHY: The approval came as Houthi attacks threatened Saudi Arabia and Red Sea shipping.

How this story developed (showing 3 of 3 earlier reports)

Egypt approves defensive military aid to Saudi Arabia · Oct 27, 2026 at 5:09 AM ET
Egyptian parliament authorizes military support for Saudi Arabia · Oct 26, 2026 at 6:07 PM ET
Egyptian parliament authorizes support for Saudi Arabia · Oct 26, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET

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