Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized the need for addressing the West Bank and Gaza as a unified Palestinian entity during a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The discussion focused on ongoing efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon, highlighting the urgency of delivering humanitarian aid. Abdelatty condemned Israeli actions hindering assistance and reiterated support for the Palestinian Authority’s empowerment. The conversation also touched on Israeli incursions in Lebanon, with calls for coordinated international efforts to achieve peace and respect Lebanon’s sovereignty.