Trump's Offer: Mediating the Nile Dispute

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi commended a proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump to mediate the ongoing Nile River dispute with Ethiopia. Sisi communicated Egypt's concerns about water security regarding Ethiopia's Grand Renaissance Dam in response to Trump's outreach, highlighting the geopolitical complexities surrounding this vital waterway.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Cairo | Updated: 17-01-2026 15:15 IST | Created: 17-01-2026 15:15 IST
Trump's Offer: Mediating the Nile Dispute
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Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump's offer to mediate a long-standing dispute over the Nile River waters between Egypt and Ethiopia.

In a post on X, Sisi responded to Trump's letter, reinforcing Egypt's firm stance and voicing concerns over the nation's water security amid the construction of Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

The diplomatic engagement underscores the critical international interest and tension surrounding this crucial water resource, vital to Egypt's population and agriculture.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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