Secretary of State John Kerry held a meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo. The discussions covered various bilateral and regional topics, notably recent developments in Libya and Syria.
Deputy Spokesperson Mark Toner stated that "The Secretary expressed his appreciation for the president’s recent statement of strong support for advancing Arab-Israeli peace." Kerry emphasized Egypt's significant role as a regional partner and reiterated the United States' commitment to assist Egypt in combating terrorism, enhancing economic growth, fortifying democratic institutions, and improving regional security.
The meeting underscored ongoing collaboration between the two nations on pressing international issues.