Egypt moves toward sending troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend against attacks by Houthis
Egypt's president has requested permission from parliament to send Egyptian troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend the country against attacks by Houthi rebels from Yemen. The Houthis, who are backed by Iran, have been stepping up strikes on Saudi airports and oil infrastructure. Egypt's top security body approved the plan, and parliament held an emergency session to consider the request.
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Egypt moves toward sending troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend against attacks by Iran-backed Houthis…
Egypt moves toward sending troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend against attacks by Houthis
Egypt’s president vows to use ‘any measure’ to defend Saudi Arabia and seeks authorization to deploy troops abroad as battle against Houthis escalates
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3 developments- Oct 17Egypt's Sisi seeks parliament's backing to help defend Saudi Arabia if asked
- Oct 18Egypt’s top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks
- Oct 20Egypt moves toward sending troops to Saudi Arabia to help defend against attacks by Houthis
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