Egypt involvement in Yemen 'may actually weaken Cairo's regional role', expert says
FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Dr May Darwich, Associate Professor in International Relations of the Middle East at the University of Birmingham.
France 24 reports: FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Dr May Darwich, Associate Professor in International Relations of the Middle East at the University of Birmingham.
Egypt's parliament on Monday delayed a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to authorise military support for Saudi Arabia until next week, state media reported, after an emergency session ended without a decision a day earlier.
This world story centres on Egypt. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Yemen, Cairo and President Abdel Fattah.
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