Obama Tells Egyptian President U.S. Diplomatic Facilities Must Be Protected

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In a call with Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi after protesters stormed the U.S. embassy in Cairo, President Obama emphasized the importance of Egypt securing U.S. diplomatic facilities and personnel. Obama told Morsi that, while he rejects efforts to disparage Islam, there is no excuse for violence against innocent diplomats. According to the White House readout of the call, Morsi expressed condolences for the loss of American lives and said Egypt would ensure the safety of U.S. diplomats.

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