Sisi condemns shooting during White House Correspondents' Dinner and affirms rejection of political violence

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi condemned the shooting that took place in the vicinity of the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner, which was attended by U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he was closely following the details of the incident.

In a statement published on his official accounts, Sisi reaffirmed Egypt's categorical rejection of all forms of political violence and terrorism, stressing that such acts pose a direct threat to the security and stability of societies.

He also expressed relief that the U.S. president was unharmed, wishing him continued good health and the United States greater security and stability.