Trump hails Egypt’s El-Sisi for ‘very important role’ in Hamas talks

US President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi meet ahead of a world leaders’ summit on ending the Gaza war, in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, October 13, 2025. (Reuters)
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SHARM EL-SHEIKH: US President Donald Trump hailed his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as they began a summit on Gaza Monday, saying he played a key role in negotiations with the Palestinian militant group Hamas.
As they met in the resort town of Sharm El-Sheikh, Trump told reporters that El-Sisi “had a very important role with Hamas. In fact the general right here was very instrumental because Hamas respects this country, and they respect the leadership of Egypt.”
“So, he played a very important role, I appreciate it very much.”