Stockholm: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Pakistani counterpart, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, discussed regional developments, with a particular focus on the Palestinian issue, in a phone call today. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry stated that the ministers emphasized intensifying regional and international efforts to implement the second phase of the U.S. President's plan. They also supported the National Committee for the Administration of the Gaza Strip, which serves as a temporary transitional body managing the daily affairs of the Strip's residents and preparing for the Palestinian National Authority to resume its responsibilities there.

According to Qatar News Agency, the ministers discussed preparations for the upcoming Peace Council meeting in Washington and ongoing Arab and Islamic coordination for the meeting. They specifically addressed the full implementation of all provisions of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan without exception. Both ministers affirmed their support for President Trump's stance against the annexation of the West Bank.

The Egyptian Foreign Minister reiterated his country's support for deploying an international stabilization force to monitor the ceasefire's implementation and highlighted the importance of humanitarian access. He stressed the necessity of Israel's withdrawal from controlled areas within the Gaza Strip and the importance of maintaining the unity of Palestinian territory. He rejected any attempts that could separate the Gaza Strip from the West Bank or undermine its unity.

The ministers underscored the importance of continued consultation and coordination on the region's crises, affirming that de-escalation and reducing tensions are crucial for maintaining regional security and stability.