Obama speaks with Kenya president about support for refugees

June 24, 2016 5:53 AM

Obama and Kenyatta "agreed that the United States and Kenya would work closely together on this issue.

Kenya"s President Uhuru Kenyatta attends the country"s Mashujaa Day (Heroes" Day) celebrations at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, October 20, 2015.

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The Presidents spoke about the need for strong international support for refugees living in the East African country, the White House said.

Obama and Kenyatta "agreed that the United States and Kenya would work closely together on this issue, to better ensure that the needs of refugees and host communities are met," the White House said in a statement.

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