Egypt says Middle East peace depends on Palestinian state and end to Israeli occupation

Egypt has emphasized that lasting peace in the Middle East hinges on the establishment of a Palestinian state and the end of Israeli occupation. During a speech at the UN Security Council, Egypt's representative called for international recognition of Palestine and support for its UN membership.

The statement aligns with the two-state solution and highlights the importance of East Jerusalem as the capital of a future Palestinian state. Additionally, Egypt praised European nations for banning trade with Israeli settlements in occupied territories, reflecting growing international support for Palestinian rights.