Suleiman Awad Quotations

But we cannot anticipate on the results of the investigation.

It is in the African Union's interest to prove its ability to carry out its first peacekeeping operation. Its withdrawal would not send a positive message.

The president's words reflected his great concern over the deterioration of the situation and his commitment to the unity of Iraq.

The singing of the protocol on the deployment of Egyptian troops on the Saladin corridor will be carried out today.

The speed at which the ship sank and the fact there were not enough life rafts on board confirm that there was a (safety) problem but we cannot anticipate the results of the investigation.

The swift sinking of the ferry and the lack of sufficient lifeboats suggests there was some violation, but we cannot say until the investigation is complete.

President (Hosni) Mubarak wants an immediate probe into the causes of the accident of the Al-Salam 98 ferry and guarantees that other similar ships comply with safety regulations.

Despite the happy ending of the release of the Egyptian diplomat, there are people who are asking what are the reasons behind such incidents.

I can assure you that the president doesn't have any plans to go anywhere outside Egypt until the end of this year.

I categorically deny this report, which is completely baseless. It's inconceivable that Egyptian soldiers should have opened fire on the Palestinians after letting 3,000 cross the border for family reunions.

I categorically deny this report, which is completely baseless, ... It's inconceivable that Egyptian soldiers should have opened fire on the Palestinians after letting 3,000 cross the border for family reunions.