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  In recent decades, relations between Egypt and Iran have been marked by tension. While the two nations are part of the Middle East and share the Islamic faith, they follow different religious branches, with political and strategic interests that often diverge. Nonetheless, the two nations found common ground in the Arab-Israeli conflict, and the year-long war in Gaza has prompted them to consider...

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi revealed on Saturday, 12 October, that the country has invested around EGP 2 trillion (USD 41.2 billion) to upgrade Egypt’s transport sector, including the “long-neglected” railway system. His remarks came during the inauguration of Bashteel Railway Station, located in northern Giza and is considered the largest railway station in Egypt. The Bashteel Station, four times the size of the...

Egypt has successfully reclaimed three ancient artifacts from Germany on Saturday 12 October 2024.  A delegation from Germany’s Ministry of Culture and Media officially handed over the items to the Egyptian Embassy in Berlin, and they are set to return to Egypt soon. Sherif Fathy, Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, emphasized the importance of this recovery, noting it as a milestone in the...

On the evening of 11 October, Gaza’s Civil Defense reported that Israeli strikes in the Jabalia area, the largest of Gaza’s historical refugee camps in the northern part of the territory, had killed 30 people. Mahmoud Basal, a spokesperson for the Gaza Civil Defense, which is affiliated with Hamas, reported that the airstrike on Jabalia, which struck around 10 P.M local time, resulted in...

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has announced that the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will begin its partial trial run on 16 October, following directives from President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.  The announcement came during a press briefing on Thursday, 10 October after Madbouly visited Esna Temple in Luxor governorate. This soft opening will include a limited trial of the museum’s exhibition hall and a gradual unveiling...

Egypt and Eritrea announced their commitment to provide full support to Somalia following a trilateral summit on Thursday, 3 October, which included President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. During a joint press conference, the leaders agreed to establish a trilateral committee comprising the foreign ministers of Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia to enhance strategic cooperation. The...

In a recent documentary, Israeli Minister Bezalel Smotrich outlined plans for a Jewish State that encompasses all of Palestinian territory up to the Jordan River, as well as ambitions to extend to territories in Egypt and the Syrian capital of Damascus, as well as territories reaching Iraq and Saudi Arabia. The documentary titled Israel: Extremists in Power, produced by Arte Reportage, a Franco-German news...

Photo source: National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (   In commemoration of the 6th of October War, the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) is unveiling a temporary exhibition titled “The Will of the People” on Monday, October 7, 2024,  The exhibition, which will run for two weeks, celebrates the long-standing history of Egypt’s military, often regarded as the oldest organized military institution in...

Bolivia has formally joined South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wendesday 9 October, alleging that Israel’s military actions in Gaza constitute violations of the UN Genocide Convention.  This move adds Bolivia to a growing list of countries—including Colombia, Libya, Spain, and Mexico—supporting the case against Israel, which has strongly denied the accusations. Bolivia initially severed diplomatic ties...

In a recent development in the ongoing conflict in Sudan, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied claims made by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, also known as Hemedti, the leader of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), in an official statement. In a recorded speech released on Wednesday 9 October, Hemedti accused the Egyptian Air Force of conducting airstrikes against RSF troops in the Jebel...

The NTRA’s head, Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) is working on increasing the prices of telecom services in the coming period—a decision that NTRA’s head, Mohamed Shamroukh, deemed “necessary.” “We are currently working on increasing the prices of telecom services following the rise in energy prices, which has raised the operational costs for companies in the sector,” Shamroukh stated, noting that raising the...

Swiss chocolatier Barry Callebaut, the world’s top producer of premium chocolate and cocoa products, will open its first chocolate factory in Egypt with a USD 30 million (EGP 900 million) investment, according to a statement from the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI). According to Vamsi Mohan, the company’s Regional Head for Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, the new factory will...

Egypt’s Roumi cheese is a beloved staple and a culinary experience that delights the hearts and taste buds of locals and visitors alike. With its rich flavor and versatile uses, this cheese has become the go-to choice for many, making it one of the most popular cheeses in Egypt. But what exactly makes Roumi so special, and how can you enjoy it in various...

By late 2023, Egypt had witnessed a vibrant evolution in its music scene, with concerts emerging as a cornerstone of contemporary cultural expression.    No longer confined to the realm of folklore and traditional music, the Egyptian music concerts landscape is now booming with diverse types of genres, from rap and hip-hop to electronic and Afro-house music.  This shift reflects the tastes of a...

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned  the Lebanese people against supporting Hezbollah in a video address on Tuesday 8 October. He urged  them to remove the Iran-backed Shiite militant group from power to avoid the destruction and suffering currently seen in Gaza.  This appeal came as Israel increased its military operations against Hezbollah, deploying thousands of troops into new areas of southwest Lebanon particularly...

“So what are you? I am only a Muslim and a human.” This line was said in the final seconds of the music video for‘Name of God by Mustafa the Poet, a Sudanese-Canadian artist and songwriter, who recently released his latest album, Dunya, last month. Being both Muslim and human can appear as the simplest, most basic way to describe oneself. Yet for Mustafa,...

Mexican Minister of Foreign Affairs Juan Ramón de la Fuente expressed his condolences to the Egyptian government and the families of the three Egyptians killed in last week’s shooting near the Guatemalan border, as per a statement by Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. De la Fuente conveyed his deep regret over the incident, which saw Mexican soldiers open fire on a truck carrying 33...

  Norway’s Scatec and Germany’s PtX signed a Euro 30 million (EGP 1.6 billion) grant agreement to support Egypt’s green hydrogen project, the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation announced on Tuesday. The agreement signing took place with the attendance of Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources; Svenja Schulze, Germany’s Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development; and Rania...

For the first time in over five decades, passenger trains are set to resum operations in Sinai, with Egypt launching the trial phase of the Al-Fardan–Bir Al-Abd railway line on Monday.  Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel El-Wazir inaugurated the trial operation by riding the train on the 100-kilometer route from Sheikh Zayed Station to Bir Al-Abd Station in North Sinai. The event was...

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has finalized the awarding of 5G mobile network licenses to Egypt’s four major telecom operators. The announcement was made on Monday by Amr Talaat, Egypt’s Minister of Communications and Information Technology, during a press conference. The latest batch of licenses, valued at a total of USD 675 million, was granted to Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, and e& Egypt,...

Egyptian expatriates are more than citizens living abroad—they are an essential pillar of the country’s economy, largely through the remittances they send back home.  Remittances serve as a vital source of income for developing nations like Egypt.  By the end of 2023, the number of Egyptian expats reached 11.09 million according to the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics (CAPMAS). Globally, remittance flows...

Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed support for French President Emmanuel Macron’s call to halt arms exports to Israel, citing serious violations of international and humanitarian law by the Israeli army in Gaza and Lebanon, according to a statement released on Sunday. In the statement, the ministry emphasized that the decision “fully aligns with the principles and regulations of international humanitarian law and reflects...

At least 26 Palestinians were killed and many others wounded following Israeli airstrikes that hit a mosque and a school sheltering displaced people in Deir El-Balah, central Gaza, on Sunday, 6 October, the Gaza Health Ministry reported. According to Gaza health authorities, the attacks on Ibn Rushd School and Al-Aqsa Martyrs Mosque resulted in heavy casualties, with the ministry stating that the Israeli occupation...

Sherif Fathy, the Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, recently concluded his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on 5 October with a meeting with Tawfiq Al-Rabeeah, the Saudi Minister of Hajj. This discussion aimed to enhance cooperation between Egypt and Saudi Arabia in tourism and antiquities. The meeting also included key figures such as Ambassador Ahmed Farouk, CEO of the Egyptian General Authority...