Egypt Raises the Prospect of Military Intervention in Sudan
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aaty said his country’s latest statement on developments in Sudan is based on what he described as “red lines” related to preserving Sudan’s territorial integrity and protecting its national institutions, underscoring that Sudan’s security is an integral part of Egypt’s national security framework.
In an interview with RT Arabic, Abdel Aaty said Cairo’s position on Sudan remains unchanged, but was expressed this time in a more direct manner. He stressed that Egypt will not accept any harm to Sudanese national institutions or their collapse, and that any attempt to divide the country or seize parts of its territory is “completely unacceptable.”
The minister noted that Egypt’s reference to the joint defense agreement with Sudan falls within the framework of international law, which permits support to safeguard the unity of states and the integrity of their institutions. He added that Egypt’s message is directed at any party that may seek to undermine Sudan’s security.
Addressing accusations by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) militia that Egypt has carried out military interventions or airstrikes in Sudan, Abdel Aaty dismissed the claims as false, affirming that Cairo’s support is limited to political and diplomatic tracks. He reiterated that Egypt stands by the national state and rejects engagement with any parallel entities.
He further said Egypt is currently working to push for a humanitarian truce that could lead to a ceasefire, pointing to readiness on the Sudanese side to establish safe zones to protect civilians fleeing violence in El-Fashir.
Abdel Aaty affirmed that Cairo, in coordination with the International Quartet — Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States — is seeking a humanitarian truce that would pave the way for a lasting cessation of hostilities and the launch of a comprehensive political process through which Sudanese determine their future without external interference.