Egypt calls for deployment of international forces in Gaza
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<div class="field field-field-text"><p>Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Saturday called for the deployment of international forces in Gaza, and the ceasefire agreement to receive international legitimacy through the UN Security Council.</p>
<p>Anadolu news agency reported that, speaking during a phone call with Nikos Christodoulides, leader of the Greek Cypriot Administration, Sisi said the importance of the deal is in halting the war, securing the release of captives, ensuring the entry of humanitarian aid, and initiating the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip.</p>
<p>He added that Egypt plans to host an international conference on early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza.</p>
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