Presidents of Russia and Egypt to discuss resumption of direct flights

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will discuss the resumption of direct flights between the two countries at the talks in Sochi, presidential aide Yury Ushakov told reporters. But he added that directly this issue will be tackled by the experts in this field.

"Of course, the resumption of direct flights between our countries will also be in view of the Presidents. Resumption of tourist charter flights to Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh is still on the agenda. This topic will be discussed," the aide said.

The Egyptian side promises to ensure an adequate level of security (in the country’s airports - TASS), the presidents will touch upon this aspect. But later, experts from the two countries will directly deal with it," he added.