Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has held a phone call with the US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, regarding US-Iran negotiations and efforts to reduce tensions in the region, Al Jazeera reports, citing a statement by his office.

The foreign minister “stressed the importance of continuing the negotiation approach to consolidate the ceasefire and work to end the war”, the statement says.

“Egypt will continue its tireless efforts in coordination with regional and international partners to push for political solutions that support security and stability,” it adds.