Egypt

    Six countries offer funds and incentives for Egyptians wishing to work and live abroad

    Numerous young Egyptians are seeking new opportunities to work and settle outside of their homeland. Several nations are also offering…

    260th humanitarian aid convoy heads to Gaza Strip

    The 260th convoy of humanitarian aid trucks, “Zad Al-Ezza: From Egypt to Gaza,” set out Wednesday from the Rafah Border…

    Egypt, Oman FMs stress need to keep Strait of Hormuz open

    Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, discussed over phone with…

    Egyptian FM, Mauritanian counterpart discuss cooperation, regional developments

    Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and his Mauritanian counterpart Mohamed Salem Ould Merzouk reaffirmed…

    Minister honors student for helping victims of mall fire in New Cairo

    Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture, Abdelaziz Qansouh, honored Haya Amr Fawzy, a third-year…

    Will Egypt’s internet and mobile service prices rise by 35%?

    Egypt’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) denied rumors circulating about a 35 percent increase in internet and mobile service prices,…

    Grand Egyptian Museum will temporarily close on September 2

    The CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority, Ahmed Ghoneim, confirmed that the museum will close to visitors on September…

    Interior Ministry denies deporting Egyptian citizens from the country

    The Egyptian Interior Ministry denied claims circulating on social media alleging that it had issued a decision to deport certain…

    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…

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      August 16, 2026

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      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

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      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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