GCC condemns targeting of Damietta Port and affirms solidarity with Egypt
The Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Albudaiwi, strongly condemned the incident of targeting the Egyptian Damietta Port with a drone. This statement came in the context of monitoring the recent security developments in the region, as Albudaiwi expressed his categorical rejection of any threats affecting the security and safety of vital Egyptian facilities.
In his official statement, Albudaiwi affirmed the full solidarity and complete support of the GCC countries for the Arab Republic of Egypt. He stressed that Egypt's security and stability are an integral part of the security and stability of the entire Arab region, noting the support of the Gulf states for all measures taken by Cairo to protect its national security.
Damietta Port is considered one of the most important strategic ports in Egypt, as it plays a vital role in international trade movement and import and export operations. This Gulf condemnation reflects the depth of the strategic relations and fraternal ties that unite Egypt and the GCC countries under various circumstances.
Egyptian authorities continue to assess the security situation and take the necessary measures to ensure the safety of maritime navigation in national ports. These international positions supporting Egypt emphasize the importance of maintaining the stability of vital waterways in light of the current security challenges facing the region.