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Sisi Warns Extremist Map Redraw, Shipping Risks, Iran Deal

4/27/2026

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President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi delivered an address warning that extremist ideologies are trying to redraw the Middle East map.
He said any agreement with Iran must address the security concerns of Gulf states.
He warned that recent developments could disrupt maritime navigation, energy supplies and global supply chains.
He called for full implementation of the Gaza ceasefire’s second phase while Qatari officials urged the opening of crossings for humanitarian aid.

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President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi delivered an address warning that extremist ideologies are trying to redraw the Middle East map.
He said any agreement with Iran must address the security concerns of Gulf states.
He warned that recent developments could disrupt maritime navigation, energy supplies and global supply chains.
He called for full implementation of the Gaza ceasefire’s second phase while Qatari officials urged the opening of crossings for humanitarian aid.