Egypt To Aid Saudi Arabia Against Houthis
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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has called for an emergency parliamentary session to authorise him to approve any requests from Saudi Arabia for defence assistance, if Riyadh were to ask.
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Egypt says it is ready to provide “all necessary and possible support to Saudi Arabia to defend its safety and stability”, as Yemen’s Houthi rebels continue to launch attacks on the kingdom.
During a visit to Egypt last month, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Sisi called for free and secure navigation in the Red Sea.
“We have intercepted and destroyed four drones over the past few hours in the regions of Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and the South,” coalition spokesman Turki al-Malki wrote on X.
Saudi Arabia has accused Iran of encouraging Houthi attacks against the kingdom, a claim Tehran rejects.
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Egypt’s parliament is considering a vote that would authorize military support for Saudi Arabia if requested, following an escalation in attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels and President Sisi’s recent statement of solidarity with Gulf allies. This move reflects Egypt's deep economic ties to the Gulf nations, which have provided billions of dollars in aid since 2013 when Sisi took power, and growing security concerns as…
Explainer-What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict? →5 articles from The Straits Times on this storyEgypt’s National Defence Council declared its readiness to support Saudi Arabia against threats from the Houthi rebels in Yemen. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated that Egypt would provide all necessary assistance and intensify diplomatic efforts for de-escalation, following recent attacks on Saudi infrastructure including Riyadh’s international airport and Saudi Aramco facilities. The announcement comes after…
Egypt to provide ‘all necessary and possible support to Saudi Arabia’ →4 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyEgypt has pledged to support Saudi Arabia following the deaths of two Saudi officers in a helicopter crash near Yemen's border, which the Saudi-led coalition attributes to technical malfunction but the Houthis claim was shot down. The crash marks the first military fatalities for the coalition since July when fighting intensified again between the Saudi-backed government and Houthi rebels. In response, Egyptian…
Cairo vows support for Riyadh as 2 Saudi officers killed in helicopter crash near Yemen →4 articles from Dawn on this storyOn October 17, 2026, Saudi Arabia intercepted four Houthi drones as the conflict between Yemen's Houthis and the coalition led by Saudi Arabia intensified. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi offered support to defend Saudi Arabia if requested, emphasizing defensive measures rather than offensive action. The ongoing attacks have prompted safety alerts in Riyadh and concerns from foreign embassies advising…
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones as Egypt weighs defensive support →Egypt’s National Defense Council has agreed to support Saudi Arabia in defending against Houthi attacks from Yemen. This decision comes after at least 19 deaths and disruptions to global markets due to the conflict, which involves missile and drone strikes on airports and oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The announcement follows a visit by the Saudi crown prince and reflects growing tensions and cooperation among…
Egypt's top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks →Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi promised full support to Saudi Arabia amid escalating attacks by Houthi rebels. El-Sisi called for an urgent parliamentary session to authorize military action, moving Egypt closer to direct involvement in the conflict despite not signing a mutual defense pact with other regional allies. This shift underscores growing ties between Cairo and Riyadh, which has seen significant…
Egypt pledges to support Saudi Arabia in Houthi war →Analysis
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The incident comes a week after strikes by the Houthis killed 13 people at Riyadh’s international airport, the deadliest attack in Saudi Arabia in more than a decade.
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Egypt was not looking to intervene in regional wars, el-Sisi said, but it was “inconceivable” for Cairo to stand by while Saudi Arabia was harmed.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, meanwhile, said Tehran supported a “comprehensive political process as the only practical and sustainable way to resolve” the conflict.
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- 17 Oct
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has called for an emergency parliamentary session to authorise him to approve any requests from Saudi Arabia for defence assistance, if Riyadh were to ask.
- 18 Oct
Egypt is ready to provide Saudi Arabia with the support it needs to defend its security and stability, the presidency said on Sunday.
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19 Oct Explainer-What's behind Egypt's move towards possible military involvement in Saudi-Yemen conflict?Egypt’s parliament is considering a vote that would authorize military support for Saudi Arabia if requested, following an escalation in attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels and President Sisi’s recent statement of solidarity with Gulf allies. This move reflects Egypt's deep economic ties to the Gulf nations, which have provided billions of dollars in aid since 2013 when Sisi took power, and growing security concerns as…The Straits Times
18 Oct Egypt pledges to support Saudi Arabia in Houthi warEgyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi promised full support to Saudi Arabia amid escalating attacks by Houthi rebels. El-Sisi called for an urgent parliamentary session to authorize military action, moving Egypt closer to direct involvement in the conflict despite not signing a mutual defense pact with other regional allies. This shift underscores growing ties between Cairo and Riyadh, which has seen significant…Semafor
18 Oct Egypt's top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacksEgypt’s National Defense Council has agreed to support Saudi Arabia in defending against Houthi attacks from Yemen. This decision comes after at least 19 deaths and disruptions to global markets due to the conflict, which involves missile and drone strikes on airports and oil infrastructure in Saudi Arabia. The announcement follows a visit by the Saudi crown prince and reflects growing tensions and cooperation among…Toronto Star18 Oct Egypt says ready to give Saudi Arabia necessary support amid Houthi conflictOn October 18, Egypt's presidency stated that Egypt is prepared to offer Saudi Arabia military support if needed to defend its security and stability amid escalating attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi territory. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi convened an urgent parliamentary session to authorize the use of the military for this purpose. The move follows recent Houthi attacks on critical Saudi infrastructure…The Straits Times
18 Oct Cairo vows support for Riyadh as 2 Saudi officers killed in helicopter crash near YemenEgypt has pledged to support Saudi Arabia following the deaths of two Saudi officers in a helicopter crash near Yemen's border, which the Saudi-led coalition attributes to technical malfunction but the Houthis claim was shot down. The crash marks the first military fatalities for the coalition since July when fighting intensified again between the Saudi-backed government and Houthi rebels. In response, Egyptian…Dawn
18 Oct Egypt to provide ‘all necessary and possible support to Saudi Arabia’Egypt’s National Defence Council declared its readiness to support Saudi Arabia against threats from the Houthi rebels in Yemen. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated that Egypt would provide all necessary assistance and intensify diplomatic efforts for de-escalation, following recent attacks on Saudi infrastructure including Riyadh’s international airport and Saudi Aramco facilities. The announcement comes after…Al Jazeera- 18 Oct Saudi-led coalition says 2 pilots killed in helicopter crash near YemenThe Saudi-led coalition reported that two pilots died in a helicopter crash near the Yemen border, citing technical issues as the cause. This marks the first military fatalities for the coalition since renewed conflict with the Houthis began in July. Meanwhile, the Houthi group claimed responsibility for shooting down the aircraft. The incident follows a series of recent attacks, including one last week at Riyadh’s…Dawn
- 18 Oct Saudi-led coalition says 2 pilots killed in chopper crash near YemenThe Saudi-led coalition reported that two pilots were killed when their helicopter crashed near the Yemen border due to a technical malfunction, marking the first military fatalities for the coalition since July. The incident occurred shortly after Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for shooting down an Apache helicopter in the same area. Additionally, the article details recent heightened tensions and attacks…Dawn
- 18 Oct Saudi-led coalition says helicopter crash in Najran kills two crew membersOn October 18, a Saudi AH-6i helicopter crashed in Najran, Saudi Arabia due to a technical issue, resulting in the deaths of its two crew members according to a statement by Brigadier General Turki al-Maliki of the Saudi-led coalition. The incident occurred in an area under the control of the Saudi National Guard Ministry. Earlier on Saturday, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree claimed that his forces had shot…The Straits Times
18 Oct Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones as Egypt weighs defensive supportOn October 17, 2026, Saudi Arabia intercepted four Houthi drones as the conflict between Yemen's Houthis and the coalition led by Saudi Arabia intensified. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi offered support to defend Saudi Arabia if requested, emphasizing defensive measures rather than offensive action. The ongoing attacks have prompted safety alerts in Riyadh and concerns from foreign embassies advising…The Hindu
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18 Oct Egypt ‘ready to defend’ Saudi Arabia against HouthisEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stated during a military graduation ceremony on Saturday that Egypt is prepared to defend Saudi Arabia against attacks by Yemen's Houthi forces if requested. He emphasized that any military action would require parliamentary approval, indicating potential for an emergency session soon. Sisi’s statement came amid escalating conflict and economic concerns for Egypt, particularly…Dawn18 Oct Saudi Arabia reports incoming fire as Egypt weighs sending helpOn October 17, Saudi Arabia reported intercepting four drones launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, escalating tensions in the long-standing conflict. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi indicated willingness to assist Saudi Arabia if requested, emphasizing defense over direct intervention in regional wars. The ongoing attacks have prompted travel warnings and school closures in Saudi Arabia, with Iran offering…The Straits Times
18 Oct Saudi-led coalition intercepts drones as Egypt weighs sending helpThe Saudi-led coalition fighting Yemen’s Houthis reported intercepting and destroying four drones over various regions, including Riyadh. Coalition spokesperson Major-General Turki al-Maliki provided footage showing air force operations against Houthi missile launches and drone strikes. Meanwhile, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi expressed willingness to defend Saudi Arabia if requested, emphasizing defensive…Al Jazeera
17 Oct Egypt prepared to defend Saudi Arabia after deadly Houthi airport attack
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17 Oct Egypt’s el-Sisi vows to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacksEgyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has pledged to support Saudi Arabia by taking "any measure" needed in response to attacks from Houthi rebels. An emergency parliamentary session is scheduled for Sunday, where approval will be sought for potential military assistance to Saudi Arabia if requested. El-Sisi emphasized that Egypt aims to avoid conflict while ensuring regional security.Al Jazeera17 Oct Egypt's Sisi seeks parliament's backing to help defend Saudi Arabia if askedOn October 17, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi stated during a military academy ceremony that Egypt would defend Saudi Arabia if requested, following recent Houthi attacks on Saudi territory including Riyadh's airport and Aramco facilities. Sisi sought parliamentary approval for potential military action in support of Saudi Arabia, indicating the strong alliance between the two nations. The Egyptian…The Straits Times
17 Oct Egypt’s Sisi seeks authorisation for defence assistance to Saudi ArabiaEgypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has requested parliament to authorize potential defense assistance to Saudi Arabia following recent Houthi attacks on the kingdom. El-Sisi made this request during a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian Military Academy and emphasized Cairo's readiness to support Riyadh, particularly in light of the security threat posed by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis. Attacks have included…Al Jazeera
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