Egypt, CIA Chief Affirm Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty

Cairo — Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo on Sunday, September 20, 2026, where both leaders reaffirmed support for Somalia’s security and stability. The meeting, also attended by Egyptian General Intelligence Director Hassan Rashad, focused on regional developments including the situations in Somalia, Sudan, Gaza, and the Horn of Africa .

The talks underscore Egypt’s deepening role as a security partner in the Horn of Africa. Cairo has…