Egypt 'allows' Iranian warships to use Suez Canal Video

Egypt 'allows' Iranian warships to use Suez Canal Egypt has given two Iranian warships permission to pass through the Suez Canal for the first time since the Islamic Revolution, Egyptian state television reported on Friday. The report said Egypt's army had been assured that the vessels, currently in the Red Sea, will not be carrying military equipment, nor nuclear or chemical contents. The ships are understood to be heading for Syria. Israel's Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman has described Iran's plans as "provocative." ... www.euronews.net From: Euronews Views: 4942 19 ratings Time: 00:51 More in News & Politics