ANA (Feb 20) – In a significant development in Middle Eastern diplomacy, Iran and Egypt have reached a final agreement to fully restore diplomatic relations and reopen their embassies in each other’s capitals—an accord that officials say is now only awaiting a formal public announcement at an agreed “zero hour.”

According to diplomatic sources, the decision to exchange ambassadors between Tehran and Cairo has already been made, with strong political will evident on both sides. The breakthrough follows months of sustained dialogue and coordination, structured around a three-phase roadmap that has gradually moved into the implementation stage.

Officials note that bilateral relations have gained unprecedented momentum in recent years. More than 15 meetings at the level of foreign ministers have been held, alongside high-level engagements involving officials responsible for health, tourism, energy, and judicial affairs. These interactions paved the way for overcoming long-standing obstacles. Within this framework, a joint political consultation committee was established and has so far convened two formal sessions.