Egypt's Al-Sisi Meets CIA Chief in Cairo
Ratcliffe praised Egypt’s intelligence cooperation and its role in efforts to resolve the Iran crisis, implement the Gaza ceasefire and address Sudan.
- On Sunday, Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo, with General Intelligence Service Chief Hassan Rashad attending to review high-level security coordination amid regional tensions.
- Discussions focused on the "paramount importance of settling regional crises through political and diplomatic tracks," according to a presidency statement, addressing conflicts in Iran, the Gaza Strip, and Sudan.
- Ratcliffe "lauded Egypt's pivotal role" in seeking peaceful settlements, highlighting deep cooperation between the Central Intelligence Agency and the General Intelligence Service, as the United States warned of rapid escalation between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis.
- President Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's rejection of infringements on Somalia's sovereignty while urging full implementation of the second phase of President Trump's plan to stabilize the Gaza ceasefire and resolve the Iranian crisis.
- Washington recently approved a $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia to help Riyadh "deter current and future threats," while Cairo remains a key ally and top recipient of United States military aid.
30 Articles
30 Articles
Egypt's El-Sisi, CIA Director discuss Africa, Middle East crises
President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and CIA Director John Ratcliffe on Sunday exchanged views in Cairo regarding the ongoing crises in several parts of Africa and the Middle East. El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s support for a broad agreement that resolves the Iranian crisis, including the restoration of regional security and the freedom of international navigation. The President, however, reiterated his country’s backing for the security and sove…
Sudan: El-Sisi and CIA Chief Discuss Sudan War
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and US Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe discussed Sudan's war during talks in Cairo earlier today, with El-Sisi reaffirming Egypt's support for Sudan's unity, sovereignty and state institutions.
The Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), John Ratcliffe, met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi during a visit to Cairo, and informed the Egyptian leader's office.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
