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Egyptian Foreign Minister and US envoy discuss developments in Syria and Iraq
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Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, held a phone call with US President's Special Envoy for Syria and Iraq, Ambassador Tom Barrack, to discuss recent regional developments, focusing on Syria and Iraq. Abdelatty emphasized the importance of preserving Syria's unity and territorial integrity, condemned a recent terrorist attack in Damascus, and stressed the need to strengthen Syrian national institutions while rejecting foreign interference. He also highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts against terrorism and extremism. Regarding Iraq, the officials reviewed the new Iraqi government's efforts to strengthen state authority and ensure state control over weapons. Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's support for Iraq's unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, backing Iraqi state institutions in addressing challenges.
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