# Egypt’s role in Yemen could weaken its regional standing, expert says

https://mins.news/en/item/108519

- France 24, 2026-10-20 20:57 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/egypt-involvement-in-yemen-may-actually-weaken-egypt-s-regional-role-expert-says

> Egypt’s parliament postponed until next week a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s request for authorisation to provide military support to Saudi Arabia. An emergency session the previous day ended without a decision. Expert May Darwich said the operation lacks clear objectives or an exit strategy and could weaken Egypt’s regional role.

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