Sharon Criticizes ‘Egypt’s Negative Role’ in Regional Peace

Published March 21st, 2001 - 02:00 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon sharply criticized the Egyptian position in Middle East peace efforts saying it was playing a "negative role" in the region, said The Jerusalem Post, citing Army Radio.  

"The Egyptian army is arming itself to a significant extent despite the lack of justifying threats," Sharon said.  

Sharon made the statements during a meeting with US officials in Washington, according to the report – Albawaba.com 

 

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