The Palestinian national and Islamic forces in the Gaza strip demanded Egypt to release the four Palestinian youths, who were abducted in Sinai, and ensure their safety.

In a press statement after a meeting on Tuesday, the Palestinian national and Islamic forces condemned the abduction of four Palestinian youths in Sinai, stressing that any prejudice against the Palestinian people from any party is completely rejected.

Stating they are eager to maintain and continue the brotherly relationship with Egypt, the Palestinian national and Islamic forces noted they will foil any attempt by whoever trying to sabotage this relationship.

The forces also called on the PA President Mahmoud Abbas and the Embassy of Palestine in Cairo to take their role in disclosing the fate of the kidnapped youths, and to work to release them.