Egypt recalls ambassador to Tunisia

Egypt has recalled its ambassador to Tunisia, Ayman Mesharrafa, in response to the Tunisian president’s demand of releasing ousted Egyptian President Mohamed Morsy.

The Egyptian interim government has recalled its ambassador from Tunisia.

At the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Thursday, Tunisian President Moncef Marzouki called for the release of Morsy and other political prisoners.

On Friday, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the content of Marzouki’s speech contradicted with reality.

Morsy, overthrown by the armed forces on July 3 in response to nationwide protests, has still been held in a secret location and is facing charges of inciting violence and killing protesters.