Sameh Shoukry

Egypt’s FM Shoukry says Gaza ceasefire talks still ongoing

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 10:03 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has said talks on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip are still ongoing.

Egypt, France, Jordan unite in urgent call for Gaza ceasefire, two-state solution

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 - 07:48 GMT

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry underlined the need for an immediate, permanent ceasefire in Gaza and unhindered aid delivery to more than two million people in the strip.

Shoukry affirms Egypt’s solidarity with Russia in phone call with Lavrov after deadly Moscow shooting

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 - 09:44 GMT

Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has expressed Egypt's unwavering support for Russia in response to a terrorist attack that occurred on Friday at a concert hall complex in Moscow, resulting in numerous casualties.

Arab ministers call for opening of all Israel-Gaza crossings for aid delivery

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 03:23 GMT

Ministers from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates have jointly called for the opening of all border crossings between Israel and the Gaza Strip to allow for the delivery of humanitarian assistance.

Cairo hosts Arab ministerial meeting to discuss efforts for Gaza ceasefire

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 01:30 GMT

A high-level ministerial meeting took place in Cairo on Thursday to discuss the ongoing Israeli war in Gaza and emphasize the urgent need for a ceasefire and unrestricted access to humanitarian aid.

FM Shoukry to hold talks with US, Saudi, Qatari, Jordanian counterparts, Thursday

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 07:45 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and US counterpart Antony Blinken expected to hold talks in Cairo on Thursday.

FM Shoukry warns of threats of any military operation in Rafah city

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 - 09:00 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry reiterated in a phone call with his US counterpart Antony Blinken Egypt’s warning of threats of any military operation in Rafah city of the Gaza Strip, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesman Ahmed Abou Zeid said.

FM Shoukry stresses Egypt's support for Somalia's endeavors to preserve its territorial integrity

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 05:37 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry stressed Egypt's support for all endeavors made by Somalia in various international forums to achieve its security and stability, as well as to preserve the country's unity and territorial integrity.

FM Shoukry: Egypt and partners strive for ceasefire in Gaza before Ramadan

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 - 05:52 GMT

Egypt is making every effort with its partners to reach a ceasefire before the holy month of Ramadan, despite the limited time available, Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry said today.

Egypt, Jordan warn of consequences of any Israeli ground offensive in Rafah

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 02:25 GMT

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and his Jordanian counterpart Ayman Safadi have warned of the extremely negative consequences of any Israeli ground offensive in the Palestinian city of Rafah, as it will further exacerbate the already dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.

FM asserts importance of reforming global governance to address geopolitics crises

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 08:40 GMT

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry asserted the importance of reforming the international governance to address geopolitics crises and priorities of sustainable development.

FM denounces double standards of Western countries toward the great suffering of Gazans

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 07:09 GMT

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry denounced the double standards adopted by some Western countries toward the crisis in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip and the great suffering of Gazans.

Egypt FM lauds Bolivia's stance towards situation in Gaza

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 11:24 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry praised Bolivia’s position regarding the deteriorating situation in the Gaza Strip that was clearly manifested in its rejection of any Israeli military operation in Rafah and its call for an immediate ceasefire and unrestricted entry of humanitarian aid.

Egypt FM Shoukry praises cooperation with Russia during meeting with Lavrov

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 05:58 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry praised on Wednesday distinguished cooperation and coordination between Egypt and Russia at various international forums, and the mutual support of the two countries' international nominations for international positions.

Egypt's FM, EU's Borrell affirm commitment to joint action for breakthrough in Gaza situation

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 - 10:02 GMT

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell Saturday affirmed their keenness to work together to achieve a breakthrough in the crisis situation in the Gaza Strip.

ICC Prosecutor briefs Egypt’s FM on probe into Israeli violations in Gaza, West Bank

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 - 06:25 GMT

Egypt's Foreign Minister, Sameh Shoukry, held discussions with Karim Khan, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), regarding the latest developments in the ICC's investigations into Israeli violations in Gaza and the West Bank.

FM lauds Elders' considerable efforts to stop bloodshed in Gaza

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 - 08:53 GMT

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry lauded considerable efforts made by The Elders with international parties to stop bloodshed in the Gaza Strip and contain the worsening humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave.

Egypt’s FM stresses Egypt’s keenness on Lebanon's safety, stability during meeting with Mikati

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 - 08:49 GMT

Egypt is keen on the safety and stability of Lebanon and totally supports Lebanese sovereignty over its territories in face of any violations, Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry said Friday.

Egypt’s FM Shoukry hold talks with Slovenian counterpart

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 10:52 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry held a session of expanded talks with his Slovenian counterpart Tanja Vajon, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Abu Zeid on Monday.

Egypt’s FM warns of consequences of assault on Gaza’s Rafah, forced displacement attempts

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 - 06:27 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has warned against the Israel planned assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah, affirming that it would further deteriorate the humanitarian situation.

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