News for US-Egypt Jewish-American diplomat begins to serve as Egypt AmbassadorJonathan Cohen arrives in Cairo, becoming first US ambassador to Egypt in over two years. Trump on Egypt demonstrations: I'm not concernedUS President gives backing to Egyptian President amid protests against his rule at home. Sisi and Trump discuss Middle East stabilityEgyptian President discusses stability of the Middle East during a phone call with US President.US releases some military assistance to EgyptSecretary of State Pompeo authorizes release of $1.2 billion in US military assistance to Egypt. Egypt to investigate report saying it backed Trump on JerusalemEgypt's chief prosecutor orders urgent investigation into NYT report on its alleged support for Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem. Egypt and U.S. to hold military exercisesEgypt will host war games with U.S. troops for the first time in eight years.Trump speaks to Sisi, affirms friendshipU.S. President calls Egyptian counterpart, says he's keen on developing the relationship between their countries. Egyptian leaders meet Kushner following U.S. aid cutEgypt criticizes Washington for cutting some of its military aid. Foreign Minister meets Kushner after previously cancelling the meeting.U.S. to delay some aid to EgyptUnited States to deny Egypt $95.7 million in aid and delay a further $195 million due to concern over its human rights record.Sisi: Trump has true understanding of the Middle EastEgypt’s President hails Trump, says he understands the realities in the region when it comes to terrorism.Trump 'honored' to host SisiPresident Trump promises to renew historic partnership with Egypt. Trump seeks to rebuild ties with EgyptTrump will seek to rebuild relations with Egypt during upcoming meeting with Sisi. White House: Trump will meet Sisi next weekWhite House says Trump will host Egyptian President on April 3, discuss range of bilateral and regional issues.Trump to host Sisi on April 3White House official confirms Egyptian President will visit Washington next month.Report: Sisi to visit Washington next monthEgyptian media reports President Sisi will make his first state visit to Washington the first week of April.Trump and Sisi discuss fight against terrorIn phone call with Egyptian counterpart, Trump affirms his administration's commitment to supporting Egypt.Trump and Sisi discuss Middle East peaceEgyptian President and U.S. President-Elect agree to allow Trump's administration to deal with Israel-PA peace issues. Sisi expects greater engagement in the Middle East from TrumpEgyptian President praises U.S. President-elect, says he has shown great understanding of the goings on in the region. Republican senator backs Egypt's SisiA delegation of American Republicans, led by Lindsey Graham, expresses support for Egypt's president and his fight against ISIS. 'The United States isn't supporting its friends'Philanthropist Martin Oliner says America has created a void in the Middle East and, as a result, other allies for Israel are stepping in. Kerry Resumes Security Talks with EgyptSecretary of State restarts strategic dialogue with Egyptian officials that was last held six years ago. Kerry Begins Middle East Visit in EgyptSecretary of State John Kerry arrives in Cairo before heading to Qatar to discuss nuclear deal. Israel not on the itinerary. Obama Administration Criticizes EgyptObama administration accuses the Egyptian government of restricting free speech but recommends that it continue to receive military aid. Sisi Meets CIA Director in CairoEgypt’s President meets CIA director John Brennan, discusses issues of common interest.Obama Releases Military Aid to Egypt21 months later, President Barack Obama releases military aid to Egypt that was suspended after the overthrow of Mohammed Morsi. Sisi Appeals for More Aid from the United StatesEgypt's President appeals to the United States to play a greater role in helping his country fight terrorism. Obama Expresses Concern Over Mass Trials in EgyptObama speaks to his Egyptian counterpart, urges him to "invest in the political, economic, and social aspirations of the Egyptian people." U.S. Confirms Apache Deliveries to EgyptDefense Secretary Hagel speaks with Egyptian counterpart, confirms the United States plans to deliver 10 Apache helicopters to Egypt. Kerry Visits Egypt, Urges Sisi to Allow ReformsU.S. Secretary of State becomes the highest-ranking American official to meet President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi since he came to power. Senator Holds Egypt Funding Over Mass TrialSenator Patrick Leahy says he will not approve sending funds to the Egyptian military, after 683 Islamists are sentenced to death. HRW Urges Kerry to Delay Aid to EgyptHuman Rights Watch calls on Washington not to resume military assistance to Egypt until its government ends human rights abuses. U.S. Warns Against Executing Brotherhood MembersExecuting 529 Brotherhood supporters may affect the aid that Washington provides to Cairo, says State Department.US Calls for Fair Trials for Islamists in EgyptWashington 'deeply concerned' over death sentences handed down to 529 Muslim Brotherhood leaders, call for rights to 'civil liberties.' American Aid to Egypt May be RestoredCongress prepared to allow Obama to restore $1.5 billion in aid to Egypt, if it is proven that a democratic transition is taking place. Washington: Egypt Going 'Way Too Far'U.S. official: Egypt’s latest crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood is a bit too much but we won’t take action. Hagel Concerned Over New Egypt Protest LawU.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel phones his Egyptian counterpart, voices concerns about new law that curbs protests. Kerry: Brotherhood 'Stole' Egypt's RevolutionIn his harshest remarks yet against the Muslim Brotherhood, John Kerry accuses the movement of “stealing Egypt's revolution”. U.S. Lawmakers Against Cutting Off Aid to EgyptU.S. lawmakers urge the White House to lift its suspension of military aid to Egypt, a key regional ally. Egypt's FM: Cut Off Aid and You Will Hurt YourselfIf the U.S. cuts off aid to Egypt, it will hurt itself as well as its friends in the region, says Egypt’s Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy. 4 Egyptian Security Men Killed by Car BombA suicide bomber in a car full of explosives rammed into a checkpoint in Sinai, killing three soldiers and a policeman. U.S. Calls on Egypt to Cancel State of Emergency"We remain opposed, as we have from the beginning, to the state of emergency" in Egypt, says State Department. Israel Assured Egypt that U.S. Aid Won't be CutIsrael has assured Egypt it does not have to worry about the U.S. cutting its aid to that country, reports New York Times.U.S. May Cancel Joint Exercise with EgyptOfficial says U.S. is considering cancelling a joint military exercise with Egypt because of the violence in the country. Al-Qaeda Head Blames U.S. for Egypt CoupAyman al-Zawahiri accuses the United States of "plotting" with Egypt's military, secularists and Christians to overthrow Morsi.White House Condemns Egypt ViolenceThe White House condemned the bloodshed and violence in Egypt, but took no steps to suspend military assistance to the country. Obama Won't Define Egypt Situation as a 'Coup'U.S. does not plan on defining the overthrow of Egypt’s government as a coup, which would require cutting off of aid. U.S. Delays Delivery of F-16s to EgyptThe U.S. is delaying the planned delivery of four F-16 fighter jets to Egypt because of the situation in the country, says the Pentagon. McCain and Graham: Cut Off Aid to Egypt“Not all coups are created equal, but a coup is still a coup," write Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham. U.S. Navy Patrolling Near Egypt's CoastTwo U.S. Navy ships patrolling in the Middle East moved closer to Egypt's Red Sea coast in recent days, said the top Marine Corps general. Obama Orders Review of U.S. Aid to EgyptPresident Obama orders a review of U.S. assistance to Egypt's government, hours after officials say that Egypt will receive F-16s. White House Cautious on EgyptWhite House spokesman says the U.S. needs to review what happened in Egypt, when asked if Obama sees the regime change as a coup.Obama: We Don't Support One Party or AnotherThe United States is “not aligned” with any political party or group in Egypt, President Barack Obama clarifies. Egypt's FM: There Was No Military CoupEgyptian FM Mohamed Kamel Amr tells John Kerry that the overthrow of President Mohammed Morsi was not a military coup. Egypt Assures Hagel: We're Committed to PeaceEgypt’s leaders have assured visiting U.S. Defense Secretary that they are committed to their country’s peace treaty with Israel. First Lady, Secy of State Honor Egyptian 9/11 FanFirst Lady Michelle Obama and U.S. Secy of StateJohn Kerry this week will honor a woman who celebrated Al Qaeda’s 9/11 attack on America. Egypt Receives First Batch of F-16s from the U.S.Egypt receives four F-16 aircraft from the United States, the first of a group of 20 that will be delivered this year. McCain Warns Egypt Faces Islamist State or RevoltEgypt could become an Islamist state or face another military takeover if Morsi's judicial power grab is left unchecked, warns McCain. |
