Saudi Arabia closes embassy in Cairo

Saudi Arabia has closed its Cairo embassy and recalled its ambassador following protests over a detained Egyptian human rights lawyer.

Saudi Arabia closes embassy in Cairo

Saudi Arabia has closed its Cairo embassy and recalled its ambassador following protests over a detained Egyptian human rights lawyer.

The unexpected escalation followed days of protests by hundreds of Egyptians outside the Saudi Embassy in Cairo and consulates in other cities to demand the release of Ahmed el-Gezawi.

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