Gaza tops the agenda in El Sisi, Dutch PM meeting: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and an end to Israel’s hostilities and called on Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte to “exert his genuine efforts in this regard for ending this humanitarian catastrophe in the Gaza Strip and halting the escalation and tensions in various parts of the region as well.” This came during a joint presser (watch, runtime: 12:05) held by the two leaders, following their meeting at the Ittihadiya Palace.

The Dutch take: “All efforts must now be directed at agreeing an immediate pause in the fighting, leading to a permanent end to this terrible conflict, which has claimed so many innocent victims. In addition, all hostages must be released immediately,” Rutte agreed.

Rutte made the rounds: Prior to landing in Cairo, Rutte met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, during which he “urged Israel to drastically reduce the level of force.” Rutte also spoke to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas about the latest developments in Gaza.

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