The Egyptian House of Representatives announced its approval, by a two-thirds majority of its members, to authorize the President of the Republic to take the necessary measures to support Saudi Arabia and protect its lands, sovereignty and sanctities from any external attacks, following coordination between the two countries. The council explained, in an official announcement published after a series of secret meetings held on October 18, 19 and 26 at the request of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, that this step is in line with the consensus issued by the National Defense Council meeting held on October 18, 2026. According to the statement, the discussions witnessed the wide participation of various political and party forces and independent parties, to discuss the implications of the current regional situation and its direct effects on Egyptian and Arab national security.

The Egyptian House of Representatives announced its approval, by a two-thirds majority of its members, to authorize the President of the Republic to take the necessary measures to support Saudi Arabia and protect its lands, sovereignty and sanctities from any external attacks, following coordination between the two countries. The council explained, in an official announcement published after a series of secret meetings held on October 18, 19 and 26 at the request of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, that this step is in line with the consensus issued by the National Defense Council meeting held on October 18, 2026. According to the statement, the discussions witnessed the wide participation of various political and party forces and independent parties, to discuss the implications of the current regional situation and its direct effects on Egyptian and Arab national security.