Egyptian foreign minister visits Washington for talks with Pompeo

This was reported in a statement published on the website of the Egyptian foreign ministry.

"The parties will discuss various aspects of bilateral relations," the text says.

It is noted that Shukri also intends to hold a series of meetings with the leaders of the US administration and members of Congress.

In January, it was reported that Pompeo and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi during the meeting discussed issues of religious freedom and the fight against terrorism in the Middle East.