Abu Dhabi, (WAM) The UAE on Friday issued the following statement on the latest developments in Egypt.

"The UAE, which has closely monitored developments in Egypt, confirms its confidence in the ability of the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces in running the country's affairs in these delicate circumstances in such away that would realise aspirations and hopes of the Egyptian people.

"The UAE confirms that it is always keen to foster brotherly, distinguished historic ties with Egypt in a way that serves the interests of the two brotherly countries and their peoples within the framework of the UAE's continuous support for Egypt and its people in all fields."