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Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, addressing the General Debate of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, highlighted Egypt’s concerns over the Nile River water crisis and condemned unilateral actions that threaten Somalia’s sovereignty.

Addressing the Nile River issue, Abdelatty emphasised that Egypt’s vision for resolving the water crisis was based on benefiting all parties and ensuring fair use without harming downstream countries. He accused Ethiopia of violating international law and acting unilaterally in the matter.

“Egypt’s vision for resolving the water crisis was based on benefiting all parties and fair use without harm to downstream countries,” Abdelatty said. “Ethiopia violated international law and handled the water issue unilaterally.”

“Anyone who thinks Egypt will compromise on any existential threat is mistaken,” Abdelatty warned on Ethiopia’s Nile dam issue.

He also condemned all unilateral actions that threaten Somalia’s unity and sovereignty over its entire territory.

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