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Egypt condemned the attack targeting a Saudi tanker as it transited the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as a violation of international law and a threat to the security and safety of international maritime navigation.

In a statement, Egypt reaffirmed its firm rejection of all actions that threaten regional security and stability or endanger freedom of navigation in international waterways. It expressed its full solidarity with the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The statement called for an immediate halt to all actions that could further escalate tensions in the region, emphasising the importance of preserving regional security and stability and ensuring the safety and security of international maritime navigation.

//Petra// AK