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Egypt Leads Regional Peace Effort Between US and Iran

4/18/2026

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty says Egypt is leading a regional effort to establish a framework for lasting peace between the United States and Iran.
On April 18, he said Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia coordinate this effort to prevent further escalation.
The plan aims to create a post-war security arrangement and protect Gulf states.
It also seeks to stabilize energy markets, supply chains, and food security in the region.

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty says Egypt is leading a regional effort to establish a framework for lasting peace between the United States and Iran.
On April 18, he said Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia coordinate this effort to prevent further escalation.
The plan aims to create a post-war security arrangement and protect Gulf states.
It also seeks to stabilize energy markets, supply chains, and food security in the region.