Egypt’s parliament approves military support for Saudi Arabia

Egypt’s House of Representatives on Monday approved President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s request for military assistance to Saudi Arabia, according to a parliamentary statement, Anadolu reports. The approval followed closed-door discussions on authorizing military support to the kingdom, including the possible deployment of troops, amid escalating regional tensions. Parliament said the authorization, approved by a two-thirds majority, allows Sisi to take measures in coordination with Saudi Arabia to defend the kingdom’s territory, sovereignty and holy sites. The decision followed closed-door sessions held on Oct. 18, 19 and 26 at the president’s request, the statement said. Lawmakers discussed regional developments and their implications for Egyptian and Arab national security, with representatives from different political parties and independent lawmakers participating, it added. READ: Egypt […]