Latest in Tag: Kerry Highlight
Latest in Tag: Kerry

Lavrov and Kerry to meet over Syria peace plan as airstrikes continue in Aleppo
The US and Russian foreign ministers have reportedly agreed to meet in Geneva to discuss an accord on fighting the “Islamic State” (IS). Rights monitors have said at least 24 people were killed in the latest airstrikes.

Al-Sisi, Kerry meet in India to discuss bilateral ties
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with the United States (US) secretary of state John Kerry in New Delhi on Thursday evening, as both officialsâ visits to the Indian capital coincided, according to the presidency spokesperson Alaa Youssef. Egyptâs Foreign Affairs Minister Sameh Shoukry also attended the meeting. Al-Sisi stated during the meeting that Egypt is …

Kerry, Lavrov make progress but fail to reach final deal on Syria
The two leaders hailed the steps they’ve taken in Geneva to bring an end to the war in Syria. However, the two sides still have yet to reach a deal that will secure a nationwide truce.

Kerry meets Putin in bid to rescue Syria peace plan
US Secretary of State John Kerry has met Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of an effort to salvage the stalled Syria peace process. The pair discussed cooperation against Islamic State and other militant groups.

Shoukry, Kerry discuss Brexit consequences
The top diplomats also discussed regional updates, including the peace process

Shoukry, Kerry discuss efforts to revive peace process
Earlier this month, Egypt participated in a French-led conference aimed at bringing Palestinians and Israelis back to the negotiating table

Kerry discusses fragile Syria ceasefire with Saudi King before Vienna talks
The US secretary of state will attend a NATO meeting about security challenges, addressing Libya in particular, on Wednesday

Shoukry, Kerry discuss bilateral relations and regional affairs
Shoukry put an emphasis on the strategic importance of the Egyptian-US relations in a meeting with congresswoman Kay Granger

Kerry to arrive in Egypt for brief visit on Wednesday
US secretary of state John Kerry will arrive in Egypt on Wednesday in a brief visit to the region during which he will also visit Saudi Arabia

Kerry phones Shoukry about Syria, Libya and bilateral relationsÂ
Shoukry and Kerry also tackled bilateral relations between Egypt and the US, as Kerry affirmed the USâ commitment to support stability and economic development in Egypt, according to a statement from the ministry

Kerry: ‘Big transition’ in Syria soon
The US’ top diplomat has said that a political solution to the conflict in Syria may be “weeks away.” His statements comes as King Abdullah II of Jordan claims countries “are facing a third world war against humanity.” US State Secretary John Kerry said on Tuesday that “a big transition” in Syria was likely to …

Opinion: Fatal comparison
Hitler merely wanted to drive the Jews out, not kill them. The latter was the idea of the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, claims Benjamin Netanyahu. Such words escalate the conflict, says DW’s Alexander Kudascheff. The state of affairs in the Middle East is beyond tense – especially between Israel and the Palestinians. The situation is …

As violence rages in Middle East, Kerry holds talks with Netanyahu in Berlin
The US Secretary of State has met Israel’s prime minister to discuss the ongoing conflicts across the Middle East. The talks come as leaders the world over urge an end to the violence in Israel and the West Bank. US Secretary of State John Kerry met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Berlin on …

Iran, Saudi Arabia and the new Middle East
German Foreign Minister Steinmeier is set to visit the Middle East to speak with Iran and Saudi Arabia. Both regional powers are adversaries on several issues. It’ll be a difficult trip. It’s clear where Germany’s foreign minister is going – at least geographically. First up is Tehran, then Riyadh. Far less clear is where the …
Report: US to defend Syrian rebels from Assad with air power
US President Barack Obama has decided to allow airstrikes in Syria to defend US-backed rebels, claims a Wall Street Journal report. The move could bring the US military into direct conflict with the Syrian government. The president’s decision is aimed at protecting the rebels trained by US forces from attacks, including those from the forces …

Kerry, Al-Sisi discuss counter-terrorism
The US Secretary of State announced his country’s support for Egypt’s counter-insurgency measures in Sinai

US Secretary of State Kerry begins Middle East tour
US Secretary of State John Kerry has arrived in Egypt on the first leg of his Middle East tour. Kerry will also hold a meeting with his Russian and Saudi Arabian counterparts in Qatar and attend a Gulf summit. Ties between Washington and Cairo have been tumultuous since the popular revolt against former Egyptian President …

Kerry to arrive in Egypt for long-postponed Strategic Dialogue
The dialogue is expected to reaffirm USâ longstanding and enduring partnership with Egypt, says US Department of State

Kerry, Shoukry discuss preparations for strategic dialogue in July
Dialogue was put on hold for months after being first agreed upon in 2013

Shoukry discusses mutual collaboration in UN-related issues with Kerry
Ministersâ discussions come two weeks after US decided to lift ban on military aid to Egypt

Al Jazeera journalists await Thursday appeal session, hopes are on âinterventionâ
âWe are victims of a cold warâ, says imprisoned journalist Mohamed Fahmy

Al-Azhar launches international counterterrorism conference
The conference gathered a group of international religious scholars
Knife, axe attacks kill 4 in Jerusalem synagogue
The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine has claimed the attack

Egypt participates in international ISIS strategy meeting
Obama stresses there is no âquick fixâ in military and ideological fight against ISIS

Kerry, Shoukry define Egyptâs role in fight against ISIS
Egyptâs religious institutions play important role in fight against ISIS, says Kerry
Egyptian national shot dead in Benghazi in militia crossfire
Egyptian foreign ministry remains concerned over security and political situation in Libya

Shoukry and Kerry discuss confronting terrorism
Foreign minister met an array of diplomats and officials on sidelines of 69th United Nations General Assembly in New York

Egypt redirects US military relationships
Governmentâs anti-terrorism statements believed to be for âmedia consumptionâ, expert says

US to send 10 Apache helicopters to Egypt
Kerry describes Egypt as âstrategic partnerâ on regional issues in phone call with Egyptian counterpart

Open-ended Gaza ceasefire reached
Hamas claims victory, Israel claims military pressure forced Palestinian factions into agreement