Egypt welcomed on Tuesday the United States' decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist entity. An official government statement described the move as a "pivotal step" that highlights the group's "extremist ideology" and its threat to regional and international security.
The Egyptian government expressed appreciation for the efforts of President Donald Trump's administration in combating international terrorism. The statement noted that the US decision aligns with Egypt's longstanding position, classifying the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization that uses violence and incitement to achieve political goals.
It highlighted that Egypt and other regional countries have suffered for decades from the group's crimes and acts of violence targeting police, armed forces, and civilians in a systematic attempt to undermine security and stability. The US move validates the "firm and correct" stance Egypt adopted following the June 30, 2013 revolution, supporting its efforts to defend the people's will and protect national institutions from the group's attempts to "hijack the state" and impose a destructive agenda through terrorism.
Egypt reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to fighting terrorism, confronting extremist thought, and safeguarding national security. In conclusion, Cairo pledged to strengthen international cooperation against terrorism in all forms, including drying up the ideological and financial sources of extremist organizations, and to continue coordinating with global partners to protect the interests and stability of Egypt, the region, and the world.