News 24 US Republicans back Egypt's Sisi A US Republican delegation visiting Cairo on Sunday said President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi was the "right man at the right time" for Egypt even as Washington criticises alleged rights abuses in the country. The six-member delegation led by hawkish senator Lindsey Graham backed Sisi in the fight against the jihadist Islamic State group, but was cautious when asked to respond to growing accusations of human rights violations committed by Egyptian security forces. Gulf News Arab unity focus of Saudi king visit to Egypt Saudi King Salman Bin Abdul Aziz will arrive to a highly exceptional welcome when he lands in Egypt on Monday, sources said. The Egyptian cabinet referred to King Salman as a "special guest" and reflective of the "deep-rooted" ties between the two countries. According to sources speaking to Okaz, the leaders will discuss ways to reinforce Arab unity in the context of regional developments. Egypt and Saudi Arabia will look to broaden their cooperation on external threats and the fight against terrorism.
