US, Egypt working closely to reinforce Gaza ceasefire, Blinken says
Egypt has longstanding relations with both sides in the conflict and played a key role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire after 11 days of violence, in coordination with the United States.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken waves as he steps off his plane upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, in Cairo, Egypt May 26, 2021.(photo credit: ALEX BRANDON/POOL VIA REUTERS)ByREUTERSUpdated: