City, Country — Cairo, Egypt — January 25, 2026 In a bid to enhance bilateral cooperation, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty met with U. S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau in Cairo on Sunday.
The talks focused on regional issues, including the Gaza Strip, Sudan, and the Horn of Africa, according to official sources.
The meeting highlighted Egypt’s support for the next phase of the peace plan for Gaza. Egypt emphasized the need for an international stabilization force, the opening of the Rafah border crossing in both directions, and an Israeli withdrawal to enable reconstruction and sustained humanitarian aid.
On the issue of Sudan, Cairo called for a humanitarian truce, safe corridors, and a Sudanese — led political process to preserve the country’s sovereignty and institutions. Egypt also cautioned against the recognition of Somaliland, which it views as a threat to stability in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea.
Furthermore, Dr.
Abdel — Aty reiterated Egypt’s stance on the Grand Ethiopian River Dam, emphasizing that the Nile is Egypt’s lifeline. He vowed cooperation with Nile Basin states in addressing the concerns regarding the dam’s potential impact on water flow.
The visit by the U.
S. Deputy Secretary of State reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to strengthen strategic ties between Egypt and the United States.
These efforts are particularly relevant in the context of regional stability and key geopolitical issues.
While no contrasting viewpoints were found in the sources, the meeting is expected to contribute to further discussions and potential policy adjustments in the region. Further details regarding the outcomes of the meeting are anticipated as the situation continues to unfold.
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Source: Egypt’s FM welcomes US envoy for talks in Cairo on boosting bilateral cooperation — [africanews.
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*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
