April 2017
Egypt's Request to the U.S. for an 'Active Role' in the Middle East Peace Process
Egyptian President Sisi urged the U.S. to take an active role in reviving peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians, emphasizing the two-state solution as…
Egypt's President Calls for Three-Month State of Emergency
At least 44 people were killed in two church explosions in Egypt, prompting President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to call for a three-month state of emergency.…
Two Explosions in Two Churches in Egypt Leave Dozens Dead and Injured
On April 8, two bombings in churches in Egypt resulted in at least 35 deaths and many injuries, with ISIS claiming responsibility. The attacks highlight…
Donald Trump: The President of Egypt Should Know He Has a Great Friend and Ally in America
Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met at the White House to discuss cooperation against terrorism and reaffirm U.S. support for Egypt. This…
New Egyptian Court Ruling on Transfer of 'Tiran' and 'Sanafir' Islands to Saudi Arabia
An Egyptian court ruled that the islands of Tiran and Sanafir should be transferred to Saudi Arabia, contradicting a previous ruling that suspended the transfer.…
Trump and Egyptian President to Meet in Washington
Donald Trump and Abdel Fattah el-Sisi are set to meet in Washington on April 3 to revitalize U.S.-Egypt relations, which may strengthen beyond the Obama…