Egypt's parliament rejected the vote to authorize President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi to send military support to defend Saudi Arabia, with legislators saying it is now set for October 26.

Egypt's parliament rejected the vote to authorize President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi to send military support to defend Saudi Arabia, with legislators saying it is now set for October 26.

The House of Representatives held closed emergency sessions on Sunday and Monday, reporting that most members supported the initiative but some requested further details on the army's role.

Egypt's constitution requires a two‑thirds majority in parliament before forces can be sent on a combat mission abroad.

Sisi emphasized that any deployment would be defensive only and dependent on a Saudi request, and Shari'ad was not made public.