Egypt President Appeals to Trump: "Only You Can Stop Gulf War" Amid Iran Escalation

• Egypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi urged US President Donald Trump to intervene and end the escalating conflict in the Gulf, stating only Trump can stop the war.
• Sisi made the appeal at the Egypt Energy Show 2026 conference in Cairo, emphasizing the humanitarian need for peace.
• Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkiye are actively mediating between Washington and Tehran to de-escalate tensions.
• Sisi warned of severe global economic repercussions, including supply shortages and oil price surges potentially exceeding $200 per barrel, if energy facilities are targeted.
• Trump had previously threatened to obliterate Iran's electric generating plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island if a deal wasn't reached and the Hormuz Strait remained closed.