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Iranian foreign minister discusses regional tensions with Egyptian officials in Cairo

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has discussed rising tensions in the region with Egyptian officials in Cairo during the first such visit by a top Iranian official to the North African nation in around a decade

The Independent UK

Egypt-Ethiopia hostilities are playing out in the Horn – the risk of new proxy wars is high

Egypt recently deepened its involvement in the war-weary Horn of Africa by arming Somalia and deploying its troops in the embattled country. To Ethiopia’s growing alarm, Egypt is also set to join the multinational force supporting the Somali army against the jihadist threat by al-Shabaab. Egypt’s potentially destabilising presence in…

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Grand Egyptian Museum To Open 12 Ancient Egypt Halls

Explore the Grand Egyptian Museum near Giza Pyramids showcasing ancient Egypt artifacts and rich history.

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Iran's Foreign Minister To Visit Jordan, Egypt, And Turkey

Iran's foreign minister's diplomatic mission to Jordan, Egypt, and Turkey amid concerns over potential conflict with Israel and regional stability.

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Egypt's long-delayed mega-museum will open some of its main galleries, a trial run for full opening

Officials say the long-delayed Grand Egyptian Museum will partially open its main galleries on Wednesday, showcasing 12 halls that exhibit aspects of ancient Egypt

The Independent UK

Bus Crash In Egypt Kills 12 University Students

Tragic bus accident in Egypt claims 12 lives and injures 33 students, highlighting road safety challenges in the country.

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Nile River Basin Agreement Comes Into Force Despite Opposition

Learn about the recent agreement on equitable Nile River water use among 10 countries, sparking tensions and controversies in the region.

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Ten countries agree Nile water-sharing deal despite Egypt opposition

The lack of ratification by Egypt and Sudan means the accord will prove controversial

The Independent UK

Tanya clinches international challenge title; Raghu wins in Egypt

BENGALURU: Karnataka shuttler Tanya Hemanth clinched the women's singles title at the Bendigo International badminton tournament in Australia on Sunday. She registered a 21-17, 21-17 win over Chinese Taipei's Tung Ciou-Tong in the final, which lasted 41 minutes.

The Times of India

Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum finally set to open this month – 11 years later than planned

Exclusive: Galleries could welcome visitors as early as Wednesday, though ‘King Tut’ collection will remain at the central Cairo location for now

The Independent UK

Investigation Launched Into Deadly Egyptian Train Crash

One person was killed and 21 were injured when a locomotive slammed into the rear of a passenger train bound for Cairo

International Business Times

“We’re trying to uphold a delicate state of anarchy. Anarchy in Egypt”: The incredible story of The Grateful Dead’s legendary gigs at the Pyramids Of Giza

In 1978, The Grateful Dead and their entourage landed in Egypt for three gigs at the Pyramids of Giza. This is what happened

Louder

Somalia says it welcomes Egypt's offer to deploy peacekeepers there

Somalia says Egypt has offered to deploy peacekeeping troops to the Horn of Africa nation in a security partnership that is emerging as the mandate of a long-time group of African Union peacekeepers winds down

The Independent UK

Somalia, Eritrea and Egypt pledge to bolster security ties

The three leaders agreed to improve regional stability as Somalia battles with the al-Shabab armed group.

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Imprisoned British-Egyptian activist named PEN writer of courage 2024

Alaa Abd el-Fattah, who is still in jail in Egypt despite completing his five-year sentence, was selected by PEN Pinter winner Arundhati Roy

International Business Times

Leaders Of Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia Meet Amid Regional Tensions

The leaders of Egypt, Eritrea and Somalia met for a three-way summit in Asmara on Thursday against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the Horn of Africa region.

Al Jazeera

Sudan’s RSF accuses Egypt of involvement in air strikes on its forces

Egypt denies the allegations by the paramilitary group’s leader and says its military is not involved in the conflict.

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‘My way of being useful’: for Palestinian oudist Huda Asfour, performance brings catharsis – and frustration

American interest in Palestinian culture has increased, bringing solidarity as well as new struggles

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The Independent UK

Egypt plans to build new city on Mediterranean coast – and it’s twice the size of Barcelona

Ras El Hekma will have resorts, golf courses and an international airport to attact tourists

Radio France Internationale

Turkey deepens Somali ties with energy push, but rising Ethiopia tensions jeopardise investments

Turkey's deployment of an energy research ship accompanied by a naval escort to Somalia is the latest step in deepening bilateral ties. However, rising Ethiopian-Somali tensions threaten Turkey's substantial investments in Somalia, as Ankara's mediation efforts stall.

Al Jazeera

How did Egypt and Israel’s economies do in a year of Houthi attacks?

Traffic through Suez Canal has slowed, driving the cost of goods up, and impacting the two countries’ economies.

The Independent UK

Calls for special envoy to help release Britons held for years without fair trial

The families of Britons imprisoned abroad accuse the Foreign Office of caring more about ‘not upsetting’ relations with key trade partners than calling for the release of their loved ones.

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Al Jazeera Correspondent Flees Gaza To Save Children

A mother's harrowing journey from Gaza to Egypt, advocating for documenting war crimes and addressing the humanitarian crisis in the region.

International Business Times

Geb-Ra Organics Takes Root In Selma: Bringing Sustainable Agriculture And Clean Energy To The Community

Named after the ancient Egyptian deities Geb and Ra – representing the Earth and the Sun respectively – Geb-Ra Organics embodies a commitment to leveraging natural elements for modern agricultural advancement.

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Nabta Playa: A mysterious stone circle that may be the world's oldest astronomical observatory

Nabta Playa in Egypt is an ancient stone circle that researchers suspect was used to determine the summer solstice, which signaled rain was on the way.

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