Egypt’s president makes his first visit to Turkey as relations thaw

Associated Press

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The presidents of Turkey and Egypt are finding common ground on the war in Gaza as they continue to mend long-strained relations. They are emphasizing the need for a permanent cease-fire and guaranteed delivery of humanitarian aid. Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi spoke during the Egyptian leader’s first official visit to Ankara after years of tensions between the regional powers. Erdogan made his first visit to Egypt in more than a decade earlier this year after the countries agreed to repair ties and reappointed ambassadors. They hope to increase bilateral trade.