Iran's foreign minister visits Cairo to address regional tensions with Egyptian officials
Summary: Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, visited Cairo on Thursday, marking the first visit by a senior Iranian official to Egypt in nearly ten years. He met with Egyptian officials to discuss rising regional tensions, particularly regarding conflicts involving Israel, Gaza, and Lebanon.
During the talks, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi emphasized the need to end Israel's war in Gaza to prevent a broader regional conflict. He also called for humanitarian aid delivery and de-escalation in Lebanon and the West Bank.
Araghchi's visit is part of a diplomatic tour aimed at easing tensions in the region. He has already met with officials in several countries, including Syria and Qatar, and plans to visit Turkey next.
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