Egyptian sources say the country's Foreign Minister's visit to Washington following U.S. President Donald Trump's recent remarks about relocating Gazans out of Palestine.

Why it matters: 

The trip by Badr Abdelatty is a significant diplomatic development, as U.S. President Donald Trump, in his recent remarks regarding Gaza, has named Egypt one of the destinations for the exodus of Palestinians. 

 

The big picture: 

The U.S. President's recent remarks on Gaza have drawn significant criticism, particularly his plan to relocate Palestinians to Egypt and Jordan. Critics argue that this proposal ignores Palestinian rights and sovereignty.

 

What he's saying: 

Egypt's foreign ministry expressed that Cairo "continues to support the steadfast presence of the Palestinian people on their lands." 

 

Key Points:

  • Badr Abdelatty will meet with senior U.S. officials and members of Congress. 
  • The trip will include consultations on regional developments.

 

Go Deeper: 

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks regarding the evacuation of Gaza and US domination of it, calling it a violation of the principles of international law.

Organization of Islamic Cooperation Condemns Trump's Remarks on Gaza

 

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