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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 officials’ visits to the Indian capital coincided, according to the presidency spokesperson Alaa Youssef. Egypt’s 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 relations
Shoukry and Kerry also tackled bilateral relations between Egypt and the US, as Kerry affirmed the US’ commitment to support stability and economic development in Egypt, according to a statement from the ministry

Kerry: ‘Big transition’ in Syria soon

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As violence rages in Middle East, Kerry holds talks with Netanyahu in Berlin

Iran, Saudi Arabia and the new Middle East
Report: US to defend Syrian rebels from Assad with air power

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

Kerry to arrive in Egypt for long-postponed Strategic Dialogue
The dialogue is expected to reaffirm US’ 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
Ministers’ 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 ‘intervention’
“We are victims of a cold war”, 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 “quick fix” in military and ideological fight against ISIS

Kerry, Shoukry define Egypt’s role in fight against ISIS
Egypt’s 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
Government’s anti-terrorism statements believed to be for “media consumption”, expert says

US to send 10 Apache helicopters to Egypt
Kerry describes Egypt as “strategic partner” 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