Egypt's security council agrees to support Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks
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Summary
Egypt's top security body said Sunday it had agreed to support Saudi Arabia amid escalating fighting between the kingdom and Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi had called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorize military assistance to Saudi Arabia, saying any support would be defensive. The move follows a major escalation in the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis.
Left-leaning
- Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi AttacksNew York Times · Oct 18, 11:00 AM
Center
- Egypt says ready to give Saudi Arabia necessary support amid Houthi conflictReuters · Oct 18, 10:31 AM
- Egypt’s top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacksAssociated Press · Oct 18, 2:16 PM
Right-leaning
- Egypt's top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacksWashington Times · Oct 18, 2:16 PM