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WASHINGTON (AP) — Secretary of State John Kerry said Tuesday that Egypt has made progress in its democratic transition but must address “disturbing” developments if its government is to have the confidence of the Egyptian people and others. The comments came as a key lawmaker said he wouldn’t allow the release of any U.S. aid to Egypt until the government proves it is committed to the rule of law.

Meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy at the State Department, Kerry said the U.S. wants Egypt to succeed as a democracy and called its new constitution a positive step. But, as Egypt prepares for elections next month, he described the mass death sentences handed down to supporters of the country’s deposed president as troubling and calling into question the rule of law.

“There have been disturbing decisions within the judicial process, the court system that have raised serious challenges for all of us,” Kerry said.