Lavrov discusses Middle East, Black Sea with Egypt's foreign minister

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov conducted a telephone conversation with the head of Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelati.

Consensus

Sergey Lavrov spoke with Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelati via phone.
The call was initiated by Egypt.
Both ministers discussed the situation on the Middle East.
They emphasized the need for increased diplomatic efforts to ease tensions.
They agreed on the importance of strengthening trade and economic cooperation between Russia and Egypt.
Lavrov informed Abdelati about the worsening situation in the Black Sea due to Ukrainian military actions.
Both sides supported resolving the Palestinian issue in line with UN resolutions.
They discussed ways to develop Russia's partnership with the African Union and the Arab League.

Lavrov specifically mentioned attacks by Ukrainian forces on civilian ships and energy infrastructure in the Black Sea. — kommersant
Lavrov highlighted the sharp deterioration in the Black Sea region due to actions by the Kyiv regime aimed at destroying civilian ships and energy infrastructure. — vesti
The ministers discussed the unprecedented escalation in the Persian Gulf due to American-Israeli aggression against Iran. — interfax