Cairo: Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Minister of Defense and Military Production, General Abdel Mageed Saqr, held discussions with Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan National Army, Lt. Gen. Saddam Haftar, during his visit to Egypt. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral military cooperation and understanding the regional and international developments affecting security and stability.According to State Information Service Egypt, the discussions also included a meeting between Haftar and the Chief of Staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, Gen. Ahmed Khalifa. They explored various issues to strengthen military relations between Egypt and Libya. Khalifa emphasized the historical ties between the military forces of both nations and reiterated Egypt's commitment to fostering cooperation in military endeavors.The Egyptian army chief of staff highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts to address threats that could potentially destabilize Libya's security. Haftar, in turn, expressed grati tude for Egypt's role in supporting the Libyan people and maintaining the country's unity and territorial integrity. He acknowledged Cairo's ongoing efforts to enhance regional security and stability.The meetings were attended by senior military officials from both Egypt and Libya, reflecting the significance of the discussions in promoting mutual interests and furthering military collaboration.
Defense Minister Engages in Talks with Libyan Army Deputy Commander in Egypt
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