Egypt Refutes Allegations of Creating a “Buffer Zone”
Egypt Denies Allegations of Building Units for Palestinians in Response to Social Media Claims
Zia Rashvan, the President of the Egyptian Press Information Agency, has issued a written statement in response to allegations circulating on social media. He categorically denied the news that Egypt is preparing to build units to accommodate Palestinians in an area parallel to the border with Gaza.
Rashvan also addressed allegations that Egypt has built a wall on the Gaza border, stating that the buffer zone and walls have been in place long before the current crisis occurred. He emphasized that these measures are implemented by every state to protect its sovereignty and border security.
Furthermore, Rashvan reiterated Egypt’s stance against deportation, emphasizing that efforts to deport Palestinians, especially to Egyptian territory, pose a direct threat to Egyptian national security and sovereignty. He labeled deportation as a “crime” and a “red line” for Egypt, stating that the country will take necessary measures to prevent it.
The response from Rashvan comes in light of reports from Reuters news agency and The Wall Street Journal, which alleged that Egypt was constructing an area to accommodate Palestinians on the Gaza border in preparation for a potential mass migration due to an Israeli attack on the city of Rafah.
In conclusion, Egypt’s official response stands in firm denial of the allegations, emphasizing the country’s commitment to maintaining its border security while rejecting any involvement in actions that would pose a threat to the Palestinian people.
