Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Announce On Saturday, February 28, the emergency contact line was activated for Egyptian citizens in the region, amid escalating regional tensions.
In official statementThe Ministry said that a working team affiliated with the Consular Affairs Sector has been formed to follow up on the situation and receive inquiries around the clock. Egyptians abroad can contact the ministry via WhatsApp on +20 122 855 0000 for assistance related to safety and consular concerns.
The ministry added that Egyptian embassies in the region were directed to remain on standby, reactivate emergency hotlines, and provide the necessary support to citizens.
This move comes as regional tensions escalate in the wake of the recent US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks that targeted several Gulf countries. Since then, Egypt has intensified its diplomatic contacts, with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi making urgent calls with leaders across the Gulf and the region, stressing the need to stop the escalation and respect Arab sovereignty.
The Egyptian authorities urged citizens in the affected countries to be cautious and follow local security instructions as events continue to develop.