EU affirms its support for Egypt following drone attack on ships in Damietta Port
Published on August 1, 2026.
The European Union has expressed solidarity with Egypt following a drone attack that targeted two ships in Damietta Port, Egypt. The EU condemned the attack as a serious threat to regional stability and maritime security, and expressed readiness to support efforts aimed at de-escalation. It also reiterated its commitment to working with regional partners to maintain stability in the Mediterranean and the wider Middle East. Egypt's Foreign Ministry stated that some media outlets have published inaccurate and misleading information about the incident. Investigations are still ongoing to identify the responsible party.
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