Egypt, Somalia discuss Sudan, Red Sea security

<p>By Rabie Abu Zamil</p> <p>CAIRO (AA) – The Egyptian and Somali foreign ministers met in Cairo on Thursday to discuss recent political developments in Sudan and Red Sea security.</p> <p>According to an Egyptian Foreign Ministry statement, Egypt’s top diplomat, Sameh Shoukry, met with Somali counterpart Ahmed Awad, who is currently visiting the Egyptian capital.</p> <p>“Both sides exchanged their points of view, especially on recent developments in Sudan and the Horn of Africa and on Red Sea security,” the statement read.</p> <p>The meeting also reportedly tackled the fight against terrorism and peacekeeping operations in Somalia.</p> <p>Last week, Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir was ousted by the army after months of popular protests against his 30-year rule.</p> <p>A military council will now run the country’s affairs for a two-year “transitional period” during which presidential elections will eventually be held. </p> <p><br></p> <p>*Writing by Mahmoud Barakat</p>