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Sisi backs emergency measures by Tunisian president

The Egyptian president said the actions taken by his Tunisian counterpart, Kais Saied, will bring 'stability to Tunisia.'
Tunisia protest

CAIRO – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has declared support for the measures taken by Tunisian President Kais Saied on July 25, the highest such endorsement to come from Egypt.

During a phone conversation with the Tunisian president on Oct. 6, Sisi said these measures would create a better future for Tunisia's people.

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