From Sherine to Asala... Artists react to Egypt's decision to support Saudi Arabia

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Social media witnessed widespread interaction by a number of art stars in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the Arab world, following statements by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi regarding his country’s readiness to take the necessary measures to defend the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in accordance with the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

The artists’ blog posts unanimously emphasized the depth and deep-rooted historical ties of brotherhood that unite Cairo and Riyadh, stressing that the security of the Arabian Gulf is a fundamental pillar of Egyptian and Arab national security, and emphasizing that Egypt and Saudi Arabia represent the safety valve and the nation’s protective shield in the face of regional challenges.

Sherine Abdel Wahab was at the forefront of the interactions, as she wrote on the “X” platform that Sisi’s position embodies Egypt’s standing alongside Saudi Arabia, and expresses the importance of unity of ranks and Arab solidarity.

Sherine also called for preserving the Kingdom, its leadership, and its people, stressing that Egypt and Saudi Arabia will remain pillars of Arab security and stability, and that the two countries are united by “one destiny.”

In turn, Asala Nasri expressed the strength of the ties between the two countries, saying that some relations cannot be summed up in words because “their roots are deeper than positions,” and described the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Egypt as “a story of family, brotherhood, and extended love.”

Wael Kfoury also stressed that Saudi Arabia and Egypt remain a support for the Arabs, calling for the Kingdom to be protected from any danger.

Abadi Al-Johar also commented, saying that Saudi-Egyptian relations are an extension of a long history of human and cultural ties, and a firm brotherhood that unites the two peoples.

In the same context, Abdul Majeed Abdullah wrote: “Saudi Arabia and Egypt... the glory of the Arabs and the depth of history,” wishing for continued love between the peoples of the two countries.

Saudi Arabia and Egypt...the glory of the Arabs and the depth of history. May God protect the two countries and perpetuate the love between their loyal peoples 🇸🇦❤️🇪🇬 https://t.co/KfexNUx9Bv

Nawal participated in a blog post in which she stressed that Saudi Arabia and Egypt are united by brotherhood, history, and love, calling for continued security and stability in the two countries.

Saudi Arabia and Egypt are united by brotherhood, history, and unchanging love.. May God protect the two countries and their people, and maintain security and stability for them 🇸🇦🇪🇬❤️ https://t.co/IjFweaYd4E

As for Hamada Hilal, he wrote on his Facebook account that Egypt and Saudi Arabia share a historical relationship and a common destiny, considering that Sisi’s position confirms that “Saudi Arabia’s security is Egypt’s security, and that we are one indivisible nation.”

Egypt and Saudi Arabia...one history and one destiny. The position of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi today confirms that the security of Saudi Arabia is the security of Egypt, and that we are one indivisible nation. May God protect Egypt and Saudi Arabia’s leadership and people 🇪🇬🤝🇸🇦 https://t.co/2tFmEOtfjz

Majed Al-Muhandis summarized his position by expressing his love for Egypt and its people, pointing to the brotherhood and history that unites the two countries, while Wael Jassar called for the preservation of the Arab countries and continued security and peace for their peoples.

All the love for Egypt and its people.. We are united by an authentic brotherhood and a dear history 🇸🇦❤️🇪🇬

May God protect our Arab countries, and grant their people security, safety, and peace #WaelJassar

These positions came after Sisi’s speech during the graduation ceremony of new batches from the Egyptian Military Academy, during which he affirmed that his country would not hesitate to implement any measure aimed at protecting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and defending its security, sending an invitation to the Egyptian House of Representatives to convene in an emergency session to grant the necessary authorization.

Yesterday, Saturday, the Egyptian President called on Parliament to hold an emergency session to grant him the necessary authorization in the event that intervention was required at the request of Saudi Arabia. He expressed his appreciation to the Gulf countries, led by Saudi Arabia, for their support of Egypt following the events of 2013, noting the support they provided to Egypt at that stage.