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The Coptic Orthodox Church, headed by Pope Tawadros II, congratulated on Sunday, October 4, 2026, President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the Armed Forces and the Egyptian people on the 53rd anniversary of the October Victories. In a statement Sunday, the church said the anniversary…
Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk has decided to open the Agricultural Museum and Egypt Flower Exhibition in Dokki, Giza, free of charge to visitors on October 8, 9 and 10, as part of celebrations marking the October 6 Victory. The minister directed that all halls of the Agricultural Museum be…
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on Sunday, October 4, 2026, held a meeting to review efforts to provide agricultural fertilizers and the latest steps to regulate their distribution to farmers. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk, Agriculture and Land Reclamation Minister Alaa Farouk, Industry…
The Ministry of Transport reviewed the state’s plans to develop specialized human resources needed to keep pace with the rapid expansion of the transport sector and its growing infrastructure projects. The ministry presented its vision during a World Bank-hosted workshop titled “Investing in Human Capital for the…
The quick-thinking actions of the captain of last week’s Flydubai flight bound for Israel prevented what could have been an unmitigated hijacking disaster. But aviation safety experts say the incident raises serious concerns about the security failures before the flight and how it happened in the first place. The…
The Saudi-led “Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen” pledged full support on Sunday as Yemen’s internationally recognized government announced the start of a major military offensive aimed at rolling back recent gains by the Iran-backed Huthi movement. Last month, the Iran-backed Huthis carried out a lightning…
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called a snap election after facing mounting pressure from mass protests over the country’s housing crisis. Sánchez called the early election for November 29 during a televised speech to the nation from the Palace of Moncloa, his official residence in Madrid. “The time has come for…
The United States has moved long-range bombers back to their American home stations after an unspecified new threat, according to a US official, days after the British government arrested a number of individuals in connection with an alleged Iranian plot to target the UK airbase where the planes had been stationed…
Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea, and Somalia at the El Alamein Joint Declaration held intense consultations regarding current regional and international issues. The declaration followed a quadrilateral summit held on Sunday at the invitation of the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi, Eritrea President Isaias Afwerki…
The General Organization for Veterinary Services, affiliated with the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, is intensifying field efforts to prevent rabies and address the problem of stray dogs across Egypt. These measures aim to ensure a rapid response to reports, thereby safeguarding public health and…
The Head of the Telecommunications and Mobile Division at the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC), Mohamed Talaat, confirmed that mobile phones manufactured in Egypt have recently seen price increases. This is due to the importation of certain components from abroad, he explained. Speaking during a…
Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources denied circulating rumors regarding an increase in gasoline prices, asserting that they are completely baseless. In an official statement on Sunday, the ministry reiterated its categorical denial of reports circulating online concerning changes to the prices of…
Egypt has achieved a significant healthcare milestone following the announcement by GLOBOCAN—a platform under the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO)—of an official decline in incidence and mortality rates for several of the most prevalent types of cancer. Liver, bladder, and breast cancers were the…
President Donald Trump on Sunday announced the creation of a “Super Intelligence Force” to “ensure that America continues to lead the world” when it comes to artificial intelligence. The president said the task force will coordinate the government’s engagement with consumers, public interest groups, religious…
Tel Aviv — The co-pilot accused of attacking his colleague on board the Flydubai flight to Israel and trying to seize the controls probably acted alone, Israeli sources told CNN. International investigators are still working to determine a motive but an Israeli official said information from the inquiry suggested the…
The Egyptian national football team faces its South African counterpart Bafana Bafana in a friendly match on Sunday at nine PM at Cairo International Stadium. This match concludes a training camp during which the Pharaohs played two games: a goalless draw against Angola and a resounding five to zero victory over South…
A Russian drone struck a major bridge in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the city to the sound of air raid sirens, explosions and air defense systems being activated. Merz is in Kyiv to display support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky amid Russia’s…
One passenger aboard the diverted Flydubai flight has pointed to an unlikely source of inspiration behind his miraculous effort to help subdue the alleged attacker and take control of the plane: a TV show which reconstructs real-life air disasters. After entering the cockpit, Yaniv Hayoun started “pulling back the…
“National identity card issuance teams began work on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at several Egyptian diplomatic and consular missions abroad, including in Jordan, Dubai and Abu Dhabi,” the Foreign Ministry said. Hundreds of Egyptians living abroad visited the diplomatic and consular missions seeking to issue, renew or…
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly expressed hope that Tanzania’s participation in the “Alamein-Africa Business Forum” would help expand mutual investment opportunities, noting Egypt’s strong interest in increasing Egyptian investments in Tanzania and the readiness of Egyptian companies to expand their presence in the…
President of the Union of African Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Agriculture and Professions (UACCIAP) Ahmed al-Wakil stated that the union’s 2027 action plan aims to transition from initiatives to measurable economic results, boosting trade and investments among the continent’s private sector. al-Wakil made the…
Egyptian player Malak Zaki secured first place at the Egypt International Junior and Cadet Table Tennis Championship in the under-13 girls’ singles, while compatriot Zeina Farouk came in second, and Youssef Taher achieved second place in the under-13 boys’ singles. The championship resumed on Saturday at the Dr…
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stressed on Saturday that Egypt has not interfered in Ethiopia’s internal affairs, and stressed that respect for state sovereignty and non-interference in internal matters are fundamental principles of Egypt’s foreign policy. Speaking to “Al-Qahera News” channel, Abdelatty…
The Head of the General Division for Petroleum Products at the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC), Hassan Nasr, predicted a 10–15 percent increase in gasoline and diesel prices in the coming period. During a phone-in with “Hadith al-Qahira” (Cairo Talk) on the “al-Qahira wal Nas” (Cairo and the…
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts that the country will be affected by a low-pressure system, leading to a drop in temperatures and an increased likelihood of rainfall in several areas. Unsettled weather conditions are expected to persist through the end of the week. Light rain is anticipated…
Tokyo, Japan — A US Marine was arrested Sunday on suspicion of murder and robbery after a woman’s body was discovered in a hotel room in Japan, local police told CNN. A 39-year-old woman was found unresponsive in her hotel room in Naha city on Okinawa island and pronounced dead at the scene early Saturday, Okinawa …
Millions of Brazilians will vote in a general election on Sunday that will choose the country’s president against a backdrop of corruption scandals, deep political polarization and growing voter fatigue, with two familiar political camps once again dominating the race. Among the frontrunners are the country’s leftist…
A daredevil Ukrainian operation using robots dropped behind enemy lines and “Trojan” armored personnel carriers laden with explosives has led to the capture of more than 250 Russian troops, Kyiv says. Ukraine’s army has been chipping away at Russian-controlled territories in the eastern Ukrainian region of Donbas as…
Four American citizens who also hold Israeli nationality were among the passengers on board the Israel-bound Flydubai flight on Wednesday, according to two US officials. Passengers have arrived safely in Israel on a replacement Flydubai flight after one pilot allegedly stabbed the other in the cockpit and the plane…
Anthropic says its AI models could pose a “catastrophic or existential risk to humanity” and can “resist shutdown,” according to an initial public offering prospectus obtained by Reuters. Anthropic is pursuing an IPO some time in the next year that many expect to value the five-year-old company at approximately $2…
The pilot suspected of having attacked another pilot aboard a Tel Aviv-bound Flydubai flight on Wednesday was removed from a previous job at Oman’s national airline last year following concerns about his extremist views, two sources familiar with the matter told CNN. The pilot is an Omani citizen named Hamam…
Jerusalem — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu showed UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed new Israeli intelligence indicating Iran is resuming progress on its nuclear program during a visit to the country on Sunday, an Israeli source with knowledge of the meeting told CNN. Among the information shared by…
Two Iranian men have been charged with terror offenses over an alleged plot to attack the Jewish community in Manchester on the eve of Yom Kippur, the latest in a wave of antisemitic attacks in the UK this year. London’s Metropolitan police named the suspects as 36-year-old Salam Ahmadyan of Liverpool and 34-year-old…
The cast and crew of the film “Matloub A’iliyan” (Family Wanted) celebrated its premiere in Dubai ahead of its theatrical release in Egypt on October 7 and in the Gulf region on October 8. The event was attended by the film’s stars – Karim Abdel-Aziz, Yasmine Sabri, and Mostafa Khater. The film is a comedy-thriller …
As October draws to a close, interest has risen regarding date of the clock change in Egypt for 2026—specifically, when Daylight Saving Time ends and Winter Time begins. Winter Time 2026 Daylight Savings Time began on Friday, April 24 pursuant to the provisions of Law No. 24 of 2023 regarding the Daylight Saving Time …
Egyptian Thunderbolt Forces and the Italian Special Forces conducted a joint training exercise, codenamed (4IT-EGY-T-), as part of the Armed Forces’ efforts to strengthen military cooperation with their counterparts in brotherly and friendly countries. The exercise lasted several days and was held in Italy. The…
The Wall Street Journal reported that the US Department of Defense has deployed the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt and its strike group to the Middle East, at a time when US President Donald Trump is hinting at intensifying strikes against Iran following the midterm elections. The newspaper revealed that the…
Egypt, Jordan and Iraq praised the achievements of the Arab Bridge Maritime Company, which recorded its highest-ever profit, exceeding $40 million through September 30, 2026. The announcement came during the 88th General Assembly meeting of the Arab Bridge Maritime Company, attended by Minister of Transport Kamel El…
“A total of 14 vessel movements, including arrivals and departures, were recorded at Red Sea Ports Authority (RSPA) facilities, with 15,000 tons of cargo, 781 trucks and 112 vehicles handled,” the Authority said in a statement Thursday, October 1, 2026. Imports accounted for eight vessels, 8,000 tons of cargo, 494…
An informed Egyptian source welcomed the US State Department’s request to Congress to release the US$ 320 million portion of annual military aid to Egypt that had previously been withheld. Responding to foreign media reports, the source confirmed that US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had sent an official notification…
Egypt condemned the entry of hundreds of Israeli settlers into Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem and warned against attempts to change the historical and legal status quo at the site. In a statement on Thursday, October 1, 2026, the Foreign Ministry said that the settlers carried out provocative acts and performed…
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts that the weather on Saturday will be slightly hot during the day along the northern coasts; hotter in Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, northern Upper Egypt, and South Sinai; and very hot in southern Upper Egypt. Evening temperatures will be moderate across most regions…
Paris — Students fought running battles with police and several schools were ablaze Friday as violence gripped France with no end in sight to protests that have rocked the country. More than 400 schools remained closed on Friday as authorities scrambled to calm tensions after days of demonstrations that have seen…
President Donald Trump has made it abundantly clear that he’s happy to use official government resources in ethically dubious ways to try to win the 2026 midterm elections. He promised to pay every adult US citizen $5,000 if Republicans win. He’s sending $500 to some Obamacare recipients with a very political letter…
President Donald Trump has said a lot of things about the three Iranian nuclear facilities the US attacked last year. Until Thursday night, he had never publicly claimed these facilities were also “drug factories.” Trump’s comments at a rally in Oklahoma bewildered not only average Americans but also experts on Iran’s…
Smit Machchhar, the hero Flydubai captain who fought off a savage attack by his copilot, kept fighting because he could not “let everybody else die,” he said in his first public remarks since Wednesday’s suspected hijacking attempt. “In that moment, I was fighting for my life,” Machchhar told India’s Prime Minister…
Egypt’s financial sector achieved its strongest foreign reserve position in six years, boosted by a massive influx of capital from citizens living abroad. Latest data released by the Central Bank of Egypt reveals that net foreign assets held across the banking system scaled $31.2 billion as of August 2026—a peak…
The African Union Commission expressed deep concern regarding the escalating tensions among Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Egypt, emphasizing that it is closely monitoring developments among the three nations. In an official statement, the AU Commission called on the three member states to exercise maximum restraint and…
Egypt expressed its strong condemnation of the attack targeting a power station in Medina, in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In an official statement, Egypt reiterated its full denunciation of this flagrant violation and the continued attacks and attempts to destabilize the security and stability of the…
Saudi security authorities in the Holy City of Mecca denied the accuracy of rumors circulating across certain social media platforms alleging that an individual attempted to blow himself up inside the Grand Mosque (Al-Masjid al-Haram). Saudi security authorities clarified that the incident actually involved the…
Egyptian–Ethiopian relations entered a new phase of tension on Thursday after Cairo and Addis Ababa mutually declared diplomats from both countries persona non grata, giving them a 48-hour deadline to leave their respective territories. The developments began when the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced…
The Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation announced on Friday that a light Israeli aircraft crashed during a training flight, resulting in the death of its pilot. Official statements confirmed that the light aircraft crashed during a training flight in the northern region of Wadi Ara, north of Tel Aviv. The crash…
It’s one of the most extraordinary and monumental moments in the history of the Premier League – a story that has threatened and continues to endanger the very integrity of soccer in England. Manchester City, one of the most successful teams in the world in recent years, has been found guilty of systematically…
Metz, France — France may have a highly secularized culture, but it has given Pope Leo XIV a superstar welcome. In Paris, around 800,000 lined the Champs-Élysées avenue, some waving Vatican or French flags while others climbed trees or stood on each other’s shoulders to get a glimpse of the popemobile. In Lourdes, a…
The emergency landing of a Flydubai flight was “nothing short of a miracle,” CNN national security analyst Alex Plitsas said, describing a series of actions by the crew and passengers that helped avert disaster. “They had to get everything right to basically make sure everybody survived,” Plitsas told CNN. “And…
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs commented on Thursday regarding an incident involving a Flydubai flight carrying Israeli passengers. Via its official account on the X platform, the Ministry stated: “The United Arab Emirates confirmed that it is following up on the incident involving Flydubai flight F21073…
Far-right Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir has called for the suspect in Wednesday’s apparent hijacking attempt to be extradited to Israel to “pay the highest price here.” “Anyone who planned to crash a plane and murder 180 Israelis should be extradited to Israel,” Ben Gvir said in a statement…
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) revealed the expected weather conditions from Friday, October 2, to Tuesday, October 6. The Authority noted that the country will experience moderate autumn weather in the early morning, turning warm during the day along the northern coast, hot across Lower Egypt, Greater…
Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel al-Wazir, commented on reports regarding an Israeli plan to establish an alternative waterway to the Suez Canal—widely referred to as the “Ben Gurion Canal.” Speaking during an interview on the Kalam Fi al-Siasa…
In Egypt’s tourism industry, the central question is no longer: “Can Egypt attract more tourists?” Recent figures provide a clear affirmative answer. The tougher issue to tackle now: is Egypt’s tourism infrastructure capable of accommodating these numbers and delivering a fitting experience as the country approaches…
Following orders from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the Ministry of Interior issued a series of decisions aimed at facilitating traffic licensing procedures across driver and vehicle registration units. These measures include implementing a “single-window” system for issuing and renewing all types of licenses and…
Egypt’s gold exploration map is undergoing a major reshaping, with the market shifting from almost complete reliance on the Sukari Mine to the entry of global and local mining companies that have recently begun operating in Egypt. The number of companies is expected to rise in the coming period, particularly after the…
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi issued Presidential Decree No. 227 of 2026 approving an agreement on granting the legal status of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) in Egypt. The agreement was signed between the Egyptian government and the IFRC on February 17, 2026. The House of…
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced the launch of the preparatory sessions and official website for “Egypt Forum 2026” opening registration for participants and initiating a series of academic and community discussions and dialogues ahead of the forum, scheduled to take place from Oct 19 to 24. In a post on his…
Head of the General Authority for the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) Moustafa Sheikhoun held talks on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at the authority’s headquarters in the New Capital with US Embassy in Cairo Deputy Chief of Mission Eric Gaudiosi and his accompanying delegation on ways to enhance economic and…
Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said Egypt is ready to provide Eritrea with technical support and training in areas it needs within the framework of the distinguished relations between the two countries. Abdelatty made these remarks during a meeting on…
There is a link between the amount of time children spend on screens and their development, a new study shows, with poorer outcomes seen in learning, speech and emotional regulation among those who spend longer on them. Researchers reviewed decades of research on the impact of screen time on child development, which…
The United States announced it had completed its withdrawal from Iraq on Wednesday, more than 20 years after invading the country to topple Saddam Hussein, in a move that was celebrated by the Iraqi government and the Pentagon – as well as Iran and its allies, who claim years of pressure forced the American departure…
Xavier Becerra, the Democratic favorite in California’s race for governor, sought to tie his Republican opponent Steve Hilton to the policies of President Donald Trump as the two debated Wednesday night on CNN. “You’re going to end up with Trump results if you follow Steve Hilton’s plan,” the former secretary of…
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he’d spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the suspected hijacking attempt of a Flydubai jet, calling the passengers’ efforts to subdue the attacker “the most amazing stuff.” “It seems as though the co-pilot was perhaps a terrorist,” Trump told reporters…
When she addresses the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, Delcy Rodríguez will stand just a 20-minute cab ride from where her deposed predecessor Nicolás Maduro languishes in pre-trial detention. Looking at the agenda she has followed during her trip to New York, Rodríguez appears to have allowed enough time ahead of…
London — Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex have condemned what they described as “extraordinarily reckless” behavior by international photographers who they say sparked a security scare at their children’s school. Private security and school staff are understood to have spotted two young men carrying…
The emergency landing of an Israel-bound flight in Saudi Arabia marked a rare mass arrival of Israelis in the kingdom, which has no diplomatic relations with Israel. Just a few years ago, Israeli airlines and Israel-bound flights were forbidden from even entering Saudi airspace, forcing Israeli holidaymakers to take…
Dubai – from where the diverted Israel-bound flight was returning – has become one of Israel’s busiest and most frequently served international destinations. This is thanks to the normalization of relations between Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2020, through the brokered Abraham Accords, which allowed…
Egypt’s tourism market has seen a recent spike driven by the announcement of a concert by global superstar Shakira—scheduled for November 28 at the Giza Pyramids—as well as growing interest in cultural tourism following the full opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum. European and Russian tourism reports indicate a…
Egypt’s tourism market has seen a recent spike driven by the announcement of a concert by global superstar Shakira—scheduled for November 28 at the Giza Pyramids—as well as growing interest in cultural tourism following the full opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum. European and Russian tourism reports indicate a…
The Head of Abu Marawat Gold Mines, Ayman Ibrahim, announced that Egypt’s mining sector is witnessing an unprecedented phase of streamlined processes and expedited procedures, with the Abu Marawat Gold Mines readying to begin production by next year. He explained that the pre-production phase usually takes three to…
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ordered the Interior Ministry to take the necessary measures to serve the best interests of citizens in private vehicle licensing. These directives emphasize improving the quality of services provided, rationalizing vehicle licensing costs, and ensuring that citizens are treated…
Next year, Egypt and several other Arab nations are anticipating a rare astronomical event – a total solar eclipse. During this event, the solar disk will be completely obscured for several minutes in certain areas—an extraordinary spectacle that captures the attention of astronomy enthusiasts and researchers…
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts hot daytime weather for Wednesday across Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, northern Upper Egypt, and South Sinai, with moderately hot conditions along the northern coasts and intense heat in southern Upper Egypt. Temperatures are expected to be mild during the night and…
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the government seeks to discuss various issues extensively and give thinkers, specialists and university professors an opportunity to participate, allowing different challenges, files and future visions to be presented with transparency and credibility. Madbouly made the remarks…
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) renewed the currency swap agreement between the UAE Dirham (AED) and the Egyptian Pound (EGP), during a signing ceremony held at the CBUAE headquarters on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. The swap agreement has a nominal value of AED…
The 286th humanitarian aid truck convoy “Zad Al-Ezza… From Egypt to Gaza,” began entering on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to Gaza Strip via Rafah terminal toward the Karam Abu Salem crossing, in preparation for delivery into the strip. The trucks included in the convoy are carrying large quantities of food and relief…
Foreign Ministry efforts succeeded in securing the release of Egyptian doctor Peter Semaan Marzouk, who was detained in the Maldives, and ensuring his return to the homeland. Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty had directed the Egyptian embassy in Sri Lanka, holding non-resident representation in the Maldives…
Two months after Israeli settlers forced them out of their house, a Palestinian family was finally able to return to their home overnight – only to be attacked by settlers once again. More than 100 Israeli settlers were involved in Tuesday’s attack on the Tubasi family – with some storming the house and setting it …
Rabat, Morocco Reuters — King Mohammed VI appointed Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri on Tuesday as Morocco’s first woman prime minister after her liberal-centrist party came out on top in a September 23 parliamentary election, the royal palace said. The king asked Mansouri to form a new government, the palace said in a…
Gulf oil producers, with considerable support from the US Navy, are jamming crude through the Strait of Hormuz, right under Iran’s nose. Oil and petroleum product flows through the critical chokepoint averaged 13.1 million barrels per day last week, according to Kpler, a marine data tracking service. That’s just under…
London — For weeks, British media has thrummed with warnings from almost every group connected with the country’s criminal justice system. Probation officers are threatening strike action. Victims’ rights groups worry that victims aren’t adequately protected. Prison governors warn of prisons acting as a “revolving…
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham called for calm in Northern Ireland on Sunday after a contentious parade was given the go-ahead by the High Court in Belfast in a late-night sitting. Thousands of protesters, many wearing balaclavas, gathered to block the marchers from the Orange Order, a group hugely supportive of…
In eastern Syria, a man complaining about soaring fuel prices turns to the crowd recording him on their phones and addresses the country’s transitional president. “We stood with you, so stand with us,” he shouts. “I swear by God, if things don’t change between now and the new year, the situation will turn into…
OpenAI said it won’t release its latest model, dubbed GPT-6.1 Astra, because it “didn’t quite meet the bar” for safety. The decision, which the Wall Street Journal first reported on Monday, comes as industry leaders call for an AI development slowdown. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei first proposed “pacing the frontier”…
London — Some have dubbed it the “Burnham bounce.” That is, the surge in public support for the UK’s governing Labour Party after the former mayor of Manchester Andy Burnham took to the helm this summer as the country’s seventh prime minister in a decade. But the problems which plagued Burnham’s predecessor, including…
Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Monday, September 28, 2026, met with UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg, as they discussed the latest developments in Yemen and their repercussions for regional security. Foreign Ministry Spokesman Nader Zaki said…
Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam arrived in Rome on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, to participate in the 2026 Euro-Mediterranean Water Forum, which runs from September 29 to October 2. The forum brings together ministers, senior officials, experts, and representatives of international and regional…
Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy chaired on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, a meeting of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Authority’s Board of Directors at the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. During the meeting, GEM CEO Ahmed Ghoneim reviewed the museum’s key activities and events in recent months…
Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi held talks with Saudi Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Mining Affairs Khalid bin Saleh Al-Mudaifer on ways to enhance cooperation in training and the exchange of mining expertise. This came on the sidelines of the Egypt Mining Forum 2026…
The New York Times revealed that Israel has entrenched and expanded its control within the Gaza Strip, a year since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect. The newspaper noted that Israeli forces have fortified their positions, established at least 12 military outposts, and advanced beyond the agreed-upon…
The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced that the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC), located in (Old Cairo, will increase ticket prices for exhibition halls and restoration laboratories starting April 1st. The decision was approved on Sunday, September 20, during a meeting of the…
The Egyptian Cabinet’s Information and Decision Support Center (IDSC) released a new report on Monday on Sustainable Food Industries, reviewing the current state of Egypt’s food industry sector and its role in supporting food security and economic growth. The report noted that the value of Egyptian food industry…
The Egyptian national team will play a highly anticipated match against South Sudan on Tuesday, September 29 in the second round of qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. In the opening round, Egypt played out a goalless draw against Angola at Cairo Stadium—a result that came as a major blow to the team’s …