News from July 2017


U.S.-Egypt initiative supports MBA education for Egyptian women

Cairo – On July 18, a ceremony was held to welcome back 52 Egyptian women who completed Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs in the United States.


General Garrett discusses US-Egypt partnership during Cairo visit

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo hosted Lieutenant General Michael X. Garrett from July 15 to 17, 2017.


Tillerson praises Iraq's liberation of Mosul as a key milestone against ISIS

On July 10, 2017, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson issued a statement celebrating the liberation of Mosul from ISIS control.


US condemns Sinai attack that killed 23 Egyptian soldiers

The United States has issued a statement condemning the recent attacks in the Sinai, which led to the deaths of at least twenty-three Egyptian soldiers.


U.S. Ambassador Beecroft departs Egypt after completing three-year mission

Ambassador R. Stephen Beecroft has concluded his tenure as the U.S. Ambassador to Egypt, departing on June 30 after three years in the role.