Egypt Parliament Gives Sisi Authority for Saudi Military Support

Egypt’s parliament authorized President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to provide military support to Saudi Arabia if Riyadh requests it, clearing a constitutional hurdle for a possible response to escalating Houthi attacks. The vote gives Sisi authority to act but does not mean Egyptian forces will deploy immediately; officials have described the potential assistance as defensive and coordinated with Saudi Arabia. The decision could draw Egypt more directly into the regional conflict, although its past role in Yemen was limited, largely involving naval support and protection of Red Sea shipping. Egypt has emphasized that Saudi security is closely tied to its own interests and to the safety of routes near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Suez Canal.