Barack Obama actually said...

"I encourage President al-Sisi to invest in the political, economic, and social aspirations of the Egyptian people."

"I commend the steps that Prime Minister al-Abadi has taken in the first three months of his administration to govern inclusively."

"I congratulate the Prime Minister on the conclusion of the recent oil revenue-sharing arrangement with the Kurdistan Regional Government."

"I look forward to continuing to work with Tony in his new capacity."