Egypt has condemned Israel's recent 'dangerous escalation policy', particularly following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry warned that such actions could ignite broader confrontations and severely impact security in the region. It called on the UN Security Council and international powers to intervene and prevent further deterioration, highlighting the lack of progress in ceasefire negotiations in Gaza as a contributing factor to the escalating tensions. Russia's deputy foreign minister also criticized Haniyeh's killing, labeling it an unacceptable political assassination that would escalate violence. The situation complicates ongoing efforts by Egypt and its partners to resolve the conflict and alleviate humanitarian suffering in Gaza. Overall, both Egypt and Russia express concern that these escalations undermine peace initiatives and heighten regional instability.