QAHIRA(Raxanreeb Online) — The Foreign Ministers of Turkey and Egypt held a high-level phone conversation to address the evolving geopolitical dynamics in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, with a particular focus on the protracted crises in Somalia and Sudan.

According to official statements released by both nations’ foreign ministries, the two sides emphasized the urgency of coordinated regional engagement to support the sovereignty, unity, and institutional resilience of both Somalia and Sudan. The ministers underscored their shared commitment to enhancing diplomatic cooperation aimed at promoting stability and preventing further escalation in the region.

During the discussion, Egypt’s Foreign Minister reiterated Cairo’s firm stance against any external interference in Red Sea affairs by non-littoral states. Though unnamed, this was widely interpreted as a direct reference to Ethiopia, which in recent months has expressed ambitions to secure maritime access to the Red Sea—an initiative that has raised regional tensions and provoked concern in Egypt and other coastal nations.

The renewed pledge to uphold Somalia’s territorial integrity comes amid heightened international speculation surrounding possible U.S. recognition of Somaliland. Reports have suggested that strategic interests, particularly around the Port of Berbera and the broader Gulf of Aden, may be influencing shifts in U.S. policy—potentially complicating the political landscape.

The exchange between Turkish and Egyptian officials reflects a broader alignment on the need to safeguard the stability of the Horn of Africa and protect the geopolitical balance in the Red Sea basin. Both nations reiterated their support for inclusive, African-led solutions to ongoing conflicts and committed to deepening bilateral coordination in pursuit of peace and regional security.