American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, April 13, 2014 – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel
spoke today with Col. Gen. Sedki Sobhy, Egypt's new defense minister, Pentagon
Press Secretary Navy Rear Adm. John Kirby said.
In a statement summarizing the call, Kirby noted it was the
first conversation between the two leaders.
“Secretary Hagel congratulated General Sobhy on his
promotion and expressed his desire to maintain close contact as the general
settles into his duties,” he said.
During the 20 minute call, Hagel and Sobhy discussed a range
of regional security issues, the press secretary said, including the ongoing
threat of terrorist networks, as well as the importance of free and fair
elections for Egypt's political transition.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strong
U.S.-Egyptian relations, Kirby said.
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