Egypt

    FM: Egypt’s foreign policy prioritizes national interests, security

    Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Monday, August 17, 2026, that Egypt’s foreign…

    PM declares Thursday, August 27 official holiday marking Prophet Muhammad’s birthday

    Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly issued a decision on Monday, August 17, 2026, declaring Thursday, August 27, an official paid holiday…

    Egypt, UNDP discuss new fund to protect Red Sea coral reefs

    Local Development and Environment Minister Manal Awad had a meeting with Deputy Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Program…

    FM: Outstanding students a national asset, key pillar of Egypt’s future

    Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty affirmed that the Foreign Ministry considers outstanding students a…

    Giza Zoo gains new life after joining with Orman Botanical Garden

    Millions of Egyptians eagerly await the reopening of the Giza Zoo following the completion of its comprehensive development project. The…

    Petroleum Minister orders faster development of Harmattan offshore gas field

    Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi ordered on Sunday, August 15, 2026, stepping up efforts to connect the Harmattan…

    Electricity Minister: Egypt moving ahead with pumped-storage hydropower project in South Sinai

    Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat affirmed that Egypt is moving toward expanding battery energy storage plants, which…

    President Sisi greets Congo on National Day

    President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Sunday, August 16, 2026, sent a cable of greetings to President Denis Sassou Nguesso of…

    Egypt has several options to deter Ethiopia’s actions over Nile waters: Experts

    Several experts in African affairs affirmed that Egypt possesses a range of political, diplomatic, legal, and regional tools to deter…

    Washington ready to resume meditating GERD dispute: Trump Advisor

    The Senior Advisor to the US President for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, stressed that Donald Trump has expressed…

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      August 16, 2026

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      Five men drown in Nile River while attempting to cool off from Luxor heat

      Five young men in Esna city, south of Luxor, drowned after a group of them took to the Nile River…
      August 14, 2026

      When and where to watch Mohamed Salah’s first Trabzonspor match

      All eyes across the Arab world turn to Turkey this weekend as the 2026–2027 Süper Lig season gets underway—headlined by…
      August 13, 2026

      Four mobile operators in Egypt referred to prosecution over illegal SIM cards

      The spokesperson for the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA), Mohamed Ibrahim, announced on Wednesday that the agency referred all four…
      August 11, 2026

      Egypt to introduce biometric verification to address misuse of SIM cards

      The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) in Egypt is moving to tighten procedures for verifying the identity of mobile phone…
      August 11, 2026

      ‘Bride of al-Marg’ sentenced to 5 years in prison for killing husband

      The Cairo Criminal Court brought to a close the “Bride of al-Marg” case which has captivated the public, sentencing the…
      August 6, 2026

      Egypt bans Australian alternative health figure Barbara O’Neill over false claims

      Egypt’s Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) has decided to ban Australian alternative healthcare promoter Barbara O’Neill from appearing across…
      August 5, 2026

      Cairo court issues death sentence for Sarah Khalifa and 12 defendants in ‘Grand Drug Case’

      The Cairo Criminal Court, on Tuesday, has issued a death sentence for TV host Sarah Khalifa and 12 other defendants,…
      August 3, 2026

      Here are the categories exempt from paying Egypt’s new departure fees

      New departure fees from Egypt have been in effect for several days, with many wondering about the costs and categories…
      August 1, 2026

      Egypt imposes departure fees on travelers

      President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi ratified Law No. 148 of 2026 amending certain provisions of Law No. 147 of 1984 concerning…
      August 1, 2026

      Here are Egypt’s new electricity tariff rates following increase

      Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy announced a new increase in residential electricity tariffs for 2026, including a comprehensive…
      July 31, 2026

      Egypt to launch new e-visa system in August to hit 30 million tourism target

      Egypt is set to roll out a state-of-the-art electronic visa system, a strategic move aimed at sharpening the competitiveness of…
      July 30, 2026

      Traffic Authority announces major Cairo road closures and North Coast speed limit upgrades

      Traffic expert Ahmed Hisham confirmed that the General Directorate of Traffic, in coordination with the traffic departments across the Greater…
      July 30, 2026

      Why Iran chose to restart the fight after the US stopped firing

      Iran has brought days of relative calm in the Middle East to an end after launching what the US called…
      July 25, 2026

      Egypt rejects Trump’s tariffs, slamming it as violation of international law

      Various experts have criticized US President Donald Trump‘s decision to impose new tariffs ranging from 10 percent to 12.5 percent…
      July 25, 2026

      United States issues warnings to its citizens in 11 Middle Eastern countries

      US embassies across the Middle East have issued country-specific travel warnings to American citizens, urging them to exercise caution and…
      July 25, 2026

      Closing of Bab el-Mandab strait poses direct threat to Egypt’s national security: Emad Adib

      Egyptian media fire and writer Emad Eddin Adib warned that any threat to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait constitutes a direct…
      July 23, 2026

      Flight cancellations and airspace closures expected as US raises worldwide security alert

      The US Department of State has issued a security alert advising American citizens worldwide to exercise heightened caution amid escalating…
      July 23, 2026

      When will the Barcelona vs. Al Ahly Joan Gamper Trophy match take place?

      The management of Spanish giants FC Barcelona has decided to face Egypt’s Al Ahly SC in a historic friendly match…
      July 21, 2026

      We reject any unilateral actions over GERD, says Egyptian Foreign Minister

      Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said that the Nile water issue is an existential one for Egypt, stressing Cairo’s rejection…
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