Against Qatar and Turkey: Al-Sisi does everything to stay in the picture
Egypt is expected to host a four-way meeting soon regarding what is happening in the Gaza Strip. After quiet struggles against Qatar on the matter, the very holding of the summit in Egypt may constitute…
Assessment
Egypt is positioning itself to host a four-way meeting on Gaza, a move that could solidify President al-Sisi's role as a central mediator. The quiet rivalry with Qatar over influence in the matter suggests regional competition for diplomatic relevance. If the summit takes place in Egypt, it would signal a win for al-Sisi's strategy. Observers should watch whether the meeting actually convenes and what outcomes emerge.