Saudi Ally El-Sisi Says Opposed to War With Iran, Hezbollah
- Sisi says Arab, Gulf security a priority for his country
- Saudi stable, anti-corruption drive internal issue, Sisi says
Egyptian president Abdel Fattah El-Sisi
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Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi said he was opposed to any war with Iran and its Lebanese proxy Hezbollah, and that Gulf tensions should be handled cautiously to avoid adding to regional turmoil.
El-Sisi’s comments come as Saudi Arabia’s anti-corruption purge and a deepening feud with Iran prompt speculation that the region could be on the cusp of a new war. Rising tensions have spurred a selloff across Gulf stock markets to the tune of almost $7 billion.