The Egyptian presidency announced in a statement that President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, which addressed the developments in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, as well as the Egyptian efforts to push for a ceasefire, protect civilians, and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid. The call also covered international efforts aimed at preventing the expansion of the conflict in the region, while working to revive the peace process to achieve a just and comprehensive resolution to the Palestinian issue based on a two-state solution that ensures security and stability in the Middle East.