Doha: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and his Indonesian counterpart, Prabowo Subianto, discussed on Saturday the situation in the Middle East and the latest developments of the Palestinian issue. According to a statement from the Egyptian presidency, President El Sisi reviewed Egypt's efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid during the meeting.

According to Qatar News Agency, the two sides stressed that the only way to achieve lasting peace, security, and stability in the region is by beginning the reconstruction process of the Gaza Strip without displacing its residents, leading to a comprehensive and permanent solution based on the principles of international legitimacy and guaranteeing the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the June 4, 1967, borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

Additionally, the two presidents discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations in line with the aspirations of both peoples. They also signed a declaration to elevate their relations to the level of a strategic partnership.