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Sunday, June 14, 2015
Russia, Egypt conclude 4-day joint naval drill
Russia and Egypt concluded today a first-of-its-kind naval drill called “Bridge of Friendship.”
Ten ships from both sides took part in the drill, as well as F-16 fighter jets, Ynet reports. The four-day exercise testifies to the growing ties between Moscow and Cairo, which have strengthened especially regarding military cooperation since President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi rose to power.