El-Sisi reveals conversation with Netanyahu: 'He asked me, why are you arming yourself?'

Egyptian President El-Sisi revealed during a ceremony at the police academy that Netanyahu asked him why Egypt is arming itself. El-Sisi replied that Israel should view Egypt's strength as Egypt views Israel's strength — without threat. He added that he tried to convince Netanyahu of something but failed, without elaborating.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi revealed details of a conversation he had with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a graduation ceremony at the Egyptian Police Academy in New Cairo. According to El-Sisi, Netanyahu asked him why Egypt is arming itself, expressing concern over the Egyptian military's buildup. El-Sisi replied that Israel should view Egypt's military strength as Egypt views Israel's strength — as not constituting a threat. He emphasized that Netanyahu is responsible for his country and knows well that Egypt will never pose a threat to Israel. Additionally, El-Sisi disclosed that he tried to convince Netanyahu to do something but failed, without specifying what. The article does not include a response from the Prime Minister's Office or from Netanyahu himself.