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SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt, Oct 13, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - US President Donald Trump hailed his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-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 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."