The Syrian move came after Saudi Arabia announced the reopening of its diplomatic mission in Syria earlier on Tuesday, indicating that both countries have normalised relations.
According to Al Jazeera, Mr Aziz’s family confirmed his release and said he was now at his family home in Cairo.
A total of 177 Egyptian soldiers returned to Cairo, while 27 remained in Sudan, local media reported.
The Flying Eagles lost their first match against Senegal 0-1 but pipped host Egypt 1-0 in the second game.
Mamelodi Sundowns remain top of the group with seven points while Al Ahly picked their first point in two matches.
The Nigerians dominated possession at Suez Canal Stadium in Ismailia and it came as no surprise when they sealed the comfortable victory at full-time.
The victory moved Senegal to the top spot in Group A of the competition, tagged ‘Egypt 2023’.
Sixteen teams would participate in the 2022/2023 edition of the CAF Confederation Cup.
Nigeria has opened a new office in Cairo, Egypt, to provide visa application, passport, BVN and NIN services.
Nigeria is the best place on earth to invest and succeed, says President Muhammadu Buhari’s regime as it decries the low level of trade with Egypt.
