US secretary of state Antony Blinken has pressed ahead with a diplomatic tour of the Middle East, meeting Egyptian leaders as part of his efforts to secure a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war in exchange for the release of hostages. Mr Blinken’s visit also comes amid growing concerns in Egypt about Israel’s stated intentions to […]

US secretary of state Antony Blinken has arrived in Cairo for a meeting with Egyptian leaders that US officials said would concentrate mainly on the task of negotiating a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war in exchange for the release of hostages held by the militants. Mr Blinken’s visit also comes amid growing concerns in Egypt […]