Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Sisi urged the United States and Iran to show maximum leniency and return to dialogue to prevent the negative impact of armed conflict on the Middle East and the world.
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"I would like to take this opportunity to call for a de-escalation of tensions and to invite all parties involved in the crisis between Iran and the United States to open up space for understanding and dialogue," Sisi said.
"The alternative would have dire consequences for the region and the world, which have faced a series of crises over the past six years. Egypt urges the US and Iran to show the greatest possible leniency to find common ground in resolving the ongoing conflict," he said.
Sisi made the remarks at a joint press conference with Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar in Cairo, as quoted by the Egyptian Presidency.
He also stressed the importance of reaching an agreement that takes into account the concerns and demands of all parties involved.
The Egyptian leader expressed confidence that US President Donald Trump would support mediation efforts to reach a settlement and prevent further escalation.
On February 28, the US and Israel began attacking a number of targets in Iran, which Tehran then responded with retaliatory attacks.
In mid-June, Iran and the US signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ceasing hostilities. However, both sides resumed attacks shortly thereafter. The conflict remains unresolved.
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