Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Rule Changes

Reopened Egypt's embassy in Tripoli and is negotiating maritime concerns

Egypt reopened its embassy in Tripoli on November 7, ending a 12-year closure. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty inaugurated the building, shut since January 2014, while Cairo spent most of that time backing eastern commander Khalifa Haftar.

Updated 3 days ago

Force in Play

As of October 2026: Retaliated with expulsion of Ethiopian diplomat

Ethiopia expelled a senior Egyptian diplomat on October 1, and Cairo matched the move a day later. Ethiopia also closed its embassy in Eritrea, prompting Asmara to sever ties. Renewed fighting in Tigray has raised fears of a broader Horn of Africa conflict.

Updated Oct 12