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Egypt condemns Israeli actions in southern Syria

Egypt’s Foreign Ministry condemned the resumption of excavation and military construction in the Quneitra countryside as a violation of Syrian sovereignty. The statement also cited Israeli incursions elsewhere in southern Syria.

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The statement was issued on October 5. Cairo reiterated calls to respect Syria’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity and to withdraw from occupied Syrian territory.

Egypt also called for compliance with the 1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement and international law. This report conveys Egypt’s official diplomatic statement, not independent field verification of the events.

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Issues stated in Egypt’s Foreign Ministry statement dated October 5.

Statement date2026-10-05
Location citedQuneitra countryside and other areas in southern Syria
Agreement referenced1974 Disengagement of Forces Agreement
Egypt’s stated positionRespect Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity
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