Egypt's El-Sis asks for Parliament’s approval to defend Saudi Arabia, orders 30-month program at Military Academy for coming presidents

“I address everyone in the Gulf, urging an end to the ongoing war. Regardless of this appeal […] to extinguish the flames of conflict—Egypt, in accordance with the directives of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, stands ready to take any necessary measures to protect or defend you [Saudi Arabia].”