Egypt Daily News – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Cairo’s historic Khan El-Khalili district, walking through its traditional streets and markets. Before the tour, he performed Maghrib (sunset) prayer at the Imam Al-Hussein Mosque, accompanied by members of his delegation, including Mehdi Shoushtari, Director of the West Asia and North Africa Department at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
He was received by Ambassador Mohammad Hossein Soltani Fard, head of Iran’s Interests Section in Cairo.
This was Araghchi’s first visit to Khan El-Khalili. He has previously visited the Imam Al-Hussein Mosque twice, making this his third visit to the mosque during his time in Egypt. The minister expressed interest in strengthening Iranian tourism to Egypt by encouraging more visitors to explore the country’s cultural and historical landmarks.
Earlier in the day, Araghchi met with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. He praised Egypt’s role in supporting the Palestinian cause in Gaza and discussed indirect negotiations with the United States regarding the nuclear agreement.
The Iranian Foreign Minister is scheduled to visit Lebanon tomorrow as part of a regional tour aimed at explaining Iran’s position on key Middle Eastern issues, including the nuclear file and reaffirming Iran’s stance on ending the Israeli war on Gaza.
