Egypt’s ambassador say US should use leverage with Ethiopia amid Nile dam dispute

Speaking at an Al-Monitor event in Washington, Motaz Zahran also addressed human rights issues and a plan to supply energy to Lebanon.
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Egypt's ambassador the US Motaz Zahran (L) speaks to Al-Monitor president Andrew Parasiliti at an Al-Monitor breakfast in Washington, DC, May 17, 2022. - Al-Monitor
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Egypt’s F-15 purchase remains ‘under discussion’ 

Motaz Zahran, Egypt’s ambassador to the United States, said  “human rights should be part of our strategic dialogue” with the United States. 

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