President Abdel Fattah El Sisi Wednesday condoled with the Italian government and people for the victims of an earthquake that hit central Italy earlier in the day.

Egypt fully supports Italy in such difficult circumstances, Sisi said calling it a "friend".

Sisi also extended condolences to families of the victims and wished those injured a speedy recovery, a presidential statement said.

The president also hailed as "deep" friendship and cooperation relations between Cairo and Rome. Egypt is keen on promoting these ties in the various domains, he said

Source: MENA