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[Jay]

Dışişleri Bakanlığı Ministry of Foreign Affairs​

AUTHENTIC COMMUNIQUE OF THE OFFICE OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS Security Clearance: Secure and Encrypted ŞİFRELEME KORUMASI: KAPLUĞA​

[Recipient]: Abdalla Bazzi, Director of Finances and Procurement < Kelly the Mad > [Sender]: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Türkiye <embassy.cairo@mfa.gov.tr > [Subject]: Confidential Voronezh Radar Site

Dear Director Bazzi, The Turkish Government is happy to receive the tender for two Voronezh Radar systems. These long-range early warning radars will offer much needed capabilities for the Sultnates Armed Forces. The Turkish Government, prior to sending the systems to Egypt, would like to inquire the possibility of Turkish airmen being deployed to Eygpt to initially help train and support Egyptian forces in learning the system. In the long-term, we believe it would be a good opportunity for Turkish and Egyptian forces to jointly-man the system which would pave the way for future air defense warning systems being sent to Egypt. Regards, Ambassador Yaşar Yakış 10 El Aziz Othman Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt Phone: +20 2 279 784 00 Fax: +20 2 279 784 77 (General)

 

[Kelly the Mad]

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To: Yaşar Yakış, Ambassador ( Jay )
From: Abdalla Bazzi, Director of Finances and Procurement
CC: Muhammed Assaf, Chief of National Security; Zero Jabour, Chief of International Affairs

Subject: RE: Confidential Voronezh Radar Site

Security Clearance: Government; Restricted

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Ambassador,

Unfortunately, after discussing with my counterparts in international affairs and national security, we have come to the conclusion that inviting foreign military personnel into Egypt is not in our nation's best interest at this time. Please understand, this is not to do with your government or our perception of your intentions, but rather part of our move to improve the independence of our military from foreign powers.

We are similarly moving towards removing other foreign military personnel from our territory, so please understand that this has nothing to do with your nation. However, if Turkey is serious about pursuing a military relationship, including future sales, we would be willing to send a small military liaison to discuss strategy and the current posture of our militaries.

Best,
Abdalla Bazzi
Director of Finances and Procurement
Sultanate of Egypt and the Sudan

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[Jay]

Dışişleri Bakanlığı Ministry of Foreign Affairs​

AUTHENTIC COMMUNIQUE OF THE OFFICE OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS Security Clearance: Secure and Encrypted ŞİFRELEME KORUMASI: KAPLUĞA​

[Recipient]: Abdalla Bazzi, Director of Finances and Procurement < Kelly the Mad > [Sender]: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Türkiye <embassy.cairo@mfa.gov.tr > [Subject]: Confidential Voronezh Radar Site

Dear Director Bazzi, Thank you for your message regarding Egypt’s current defense posture and your government’s direction concerning foreign military presence. While the People's Republic of Türkiye is disappointed by the decision not to move forward with the joint mission at the facility, we fully respect Egypt’s decision to determine the path of its military independence and security priorities. In light of this, and in the spirit of continued cooperation, Türkiye would like to propose a bilateral data-sharing agreement centered on the facility’s activities. We believe such an arrangement would be a constructive and mutually beneficial alternative to a physical presence, and could serve as a first step in expanding our military coordination and transparency. To explore this further, we would be pleased to host a small Egyptian military delegation in Ankara. The purpose of this visit would be to discuss the framework and logistics of such an agreement, as well as to begin broader conversations on potential areas for defense collaboration, including future procurement discussions. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on this proposal and remain committed to strengthening our defense relationship in a way that respects both nations’ principles and interests. Regards, Ambassador Yaşar Yakış 10 El Aziz Othman Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt Phone: +20 2 279 784 00 Fax: +20 2 279 784 77 (General)