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Failed Turkish mediation attempts.. Cairo refutes rumors of communication with Damascus
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Cairo's rejection of Turkish mediation indicates its adherence to an independent position and its keenness to protect Syrian interests away from regional agendas
Egyptian diplomatic sources decisively ruled out the validity of circulating speculations about an anticipated visit by Egyptian diplomacy chief Badr Abdel Aty to Damascus. The reliable sources, according to what was published in "Al-Dustour" newspaper, highlighted the impossibility of efforts to organize a diplomatic meeting in the Syrian capital during the current phase.
Some media platforms circulated leaks about the Egyptian minister's intention to head to Damascus for talks with "Abu Mohammed al-Jolani," leader of "Hayat Tahrir al-Sham" which controls the capital.
"Al-Watan Syrian" newspaper based its accounts on what is known as the organization's deterrence operations room, pointing to a mediation initiative launched by Ankara to bring the two sides closer.
Egyptian diplomacy maintains a balanced approach in dealing with the Syrian scene, emphasizing the necessity of establishing an inclusive political path that accommodates all societal spectrums, without external dictates.
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry reviewed its basic position pillars, represented in preserving Syrian sovereignty, protecting national institutions, launching comprehensive political dialogue, and coordinating with international parties to revive the economy and facilitate the return of displaced persons.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Tamim Khallaf emphasized that his country's policy focuses on maintaining Syrian national interests and restoring security, stability, and protecting state capabilities.
These positions indicate Cairo's implicit rejection of the transformations imposed by the hardline organization in Damascus, while adhering to its vision for a comprehensive political settlement that preserves Syria's unity.
The categorical Egyptian denial of the alleged visit indicates the failure of Turkish efforts to convince Cairo to communicate with "Hayat Tahrir al-Sham," as Egypt maintains its position rejecting the legitimization of hardline organizations' control over Syrian state institutions.
The balanced Egyptian position reflects Cairo's keenness to protect Syria's supreme interests and its rejection of external interventions that might deepen the crisis and threaten the unity of Syrian social fabric.
Levant-Agencies
