Disclosure of Egyptian Military Presence in Saudi Arabia; Beyond Parliamentary Authorization

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According to Alhurra, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty revealed in an interview with France 24 that Egypt's military presence in Saudi Arabia began months ago, following attacks on the Kingdom during the period of escalation with Iran. He emphasized that Cairo is currently working to 'strengthen the deployment' for defensive purposes, including air defense capabilities for sensitive sites. This disclosure comes two weeks after the Egyptian parliament authorized President Sisi to provide military support to Saudi Arabia, including sending troops to counter Houthi attacks. Previously, The Wall Street Journal reported in May that Egypt had sent advanced air defense systems to Saudi Arabia and the UAE. Experts suggest this military cooperation is natural given Cairo's economic reliance on Gulf states and shared interests in Red Sea security. While the Houthis have labeled this move an 'act of war,' Abdelatty downplayed the threats, emphasizing a defensive posture and a commitment to mediation.