
Egypt’s New Armament Alarms Tel Aviv: Israel Admits Shift in Balance
Israeli military sources report a growing combat potential in Cairo — especially in the air and at sea.

Israeli military sources report a growing combat potential in Cairo — especially in the air and at sea.

Hamas has agreed to a new ceasefire plan for Gaza brokered by Egypt and Qatar. The group hopes Israel will not obstruct the agreement as tensions remain high amid ongoing conflict.

The Trump administration has notified Cairo of plans to reduce military aid to Egypt. This decision, linked to disagreements over the Palestinian issue, could take effect this year.

Israeli military portal Nziv has published a scenario describing a potential attack on the Aswan High Dam, located in southern Egypt. According to the report, Israel could strike the strategic site with missiles or other precision weapons in the event of a conflict, causing a catastrophic flood.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has strongly rejected any attempts to forcibly deport Palestinians, stating that Cairo will not participate in or allow such actions. He emphasized that the forced displacement of Palestinians threatens Egypt’s national security. El-Sisi also affirmed Egypt’s willingness to cooperate with the U.S. to achieve peace based on a two-state solution.

After the presidents of Egypt and Jordan rejected Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate 100,000 Palestinians to their countries, the former US president is now considering a new option—moving Palestinians to Albania.

Following Jordan’s example, Egypt has firmly opposed any plans to relocate Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Cairo reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Palestinian people, emphasizing that such actions would undermine the two-state solution.

Uzbekistan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Bakhtiyor Saidov held a phone conversation with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry. The discussion focused on deepening bilateral and multilateral cooperation in 2025. Saidov praised Egypt's efforts in promoting regional stability, highlighting their importance for ensuring security and prosperity on the international stage.

On the Egyptian side of the border, extensive preparations are underway to deliver humanitarian aid to the residents of Gaza. Starting Sunday, up to 600 trucks carrying essential supplies are expected to enter Gaza daily.

Reports suggest that Egypt is ramping up military activity in preparation for a possible strike against Houthis in Yemen. Israeli sources have noted increased activity by Egyptian fighter jets and transport planes. Analysts believe external forces may be provoking the conflict, risking civilian lives in the region.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has imposed a ban on Syrian citizens entering Egypt, regardless of their country of departure. The decision is seen as a response to the political instability in Syria following the weakening of Bashar al-Assad's regime. Analysts link this ban to Cairo's concerns over the potential resurgence of protests reminiscent of the "Arab Spring."
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