Hagel talks about the Middle East, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi, and Joe Biden

The former Secretary of Defense explains how his relationship with Sisi helped steady US-Egypt ties after the 2013 coup, why he is backing Joe Biden for president, whether the US should stay in Iraq, and more. Related links: Why Egypt matters — maybe more than ever Intel: Biden warns against West Bank annexation as Israel lobbies Trump for green light Five priorities for the US-Iraq strategic dialogue include recognizing regional role for Iraq