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Egypt involvement in Yemen 'may actually weaken Cairo's regional role', expert says

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Egypt's parliament on Monday delayed a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to authorise military support for Saudi Arabia until next week, state media reported, after an emergency session ended without a decision a day earlier.

Earlier coverage

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  3. UK should do more for Gulf allies and consider strikes on Houthis, says ex-defence secretaryOct 20, 2026 · The National
  4. Iraq renews calls for pact with Gulf and says security 'cannot be brought from abroad'Oct 18, 2026 · The National
  5. Pakistan says attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure ‘worrying’ for outlookOct 17, 2026 · Arab News

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