Cairo, Nov 17 Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, held consultations regarding a US-backed draft resolution concerning security arrangements in the Gaza Strip. During a phone call, Abdelatty emphasized the importance of a UN Security Council decision to establish a ceasefire and create a conducive environment for a just and comprehensive peace, as per Egypt’s Foreign Ministry statement. He highlighted the significance of implementing a ceasefire plan proposed in September as a practical path towards Palestinian self-determination and statehood, reported by Xinhua news agency. The Egyptian minister also discussed plans for an international conference on Gaza’s recovery and reconstruction.
The Russian Foreign Ministry indicated that Lavrov and Abdelatty deliberated on the US draft resolution for Gaza and Moscow’s suggestions during their conversation. The statement mentioned ongoing debates at the UN Security Council over the US draft resolution and Russian proposals, highlighting the mutual agreement on resolving the Palestinian issue based on international legal standards. Additionally, the two ministers touched upon bilateral relations and the Iranian nuclear program. The United States is advocating for a resolution in the UN Security Council that endorses the establishment of a Peace Board, a transitional governing body for Gaza chaired by President Trump.
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