Monday, 25 May 2026
Egypt, Iran FMs hold key talks on nuclear deal, regional stability
Istanbul – Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, Dr. Badr Abdel Aaty, met with Iran’s Foreign Minister, Mr. Abbas Araqchi, on the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) meeting hosted in Istanbul on Saturday.
During the meeting, Dr. Abdel Aaty emphasized Egypt’s ongoing efforts over recent days to de-escalate tensions and promote a ceasefire in the region. He highlighted the critical importance of diplomatic and political efforts to reach a sustainable agreement on Iran’s nuclear program, in order to calm rising tensions and safeguard regional stability.
For his part, Minister Araqchi shared details and outcomes from his recent discussions in Geneva on June 20 with the foreign ministers of the European Troika (Britain, France, and Germany), as well as the European Union’s foreign policy chief, focusing on the nuclear issue.
Both ministers agreed to maintain open communication channels and continue consultations in pursuit of a peaceful resolution that ensures the security and stability of the region.