Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Vershinin discussed the developments in Ukraine, as well as the settlement of conflicts in the Middle East and the African continent during a meeting with Egyptian Ambassador to Moscow Nazih El-Nagari on Tuesday.
"During the conversation there was a detailed exchange of views on issues of bilateral cooperation within the UN and other international platforms," the Russian foreign ministry said in a statement. - "Particular emphasis was placed on the development of the situation in Ukraine, as well as the problems of conflict resolution in the Middle East and the African continent."
In addition, the sides noted the importance of continued foreign policy coordination between Moscow and Cairo on issues of mutual interest.
The meeting was held at the request of an Egyptian diplomat.
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Based on materials from TASS