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Individuals begin passage through Rafah crossing between Egypt and Palestine
Barcelona officially signs on Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim for 6 months
Warnings raised over sunken cargo ship in Port Said
CIBF nears 6 million visitors, achieving unprecedented record
Drop in temperatures, dusty weather across Egypt on Tuesday
Trial run of Rafah crossing under Egypt’s coordination
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PM reviews executive situation of projects to protect shores
CAIRO, Feb 2 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi directed close follow-up of shore protection…
Egyptian, Saudi FMs stress importance of containing tensions, preventing escalation in region
CAIRO, Feb 3 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince…
Cairo University expands academic cooperation with African countries
Cairo University President Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdel Sadek met on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with a delegation from Egypt’s Ministry…
Individuals begin passage through Rafah crossing between Egypt and Palestine
The Rafah border crossing began operating in both directions on Monday morning for the passage of individuals between Egypt and…
Barcelona officially signs on Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim for 6 months
FC Barcelona has officially announced the signing of Egyptian striker Hamza Abdelkarim on loan from al-Ahly for six months, becoming the…
Warnings raised over sunken cargo ship in Port Said
Concerns have been raised regarding the presence of the sunken cargo ship FENER near the shores of the Port Said…
Drop in temperatures, dusty weather across Egypt on Tuesday
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a slight and temporary drop in temperatures across most of the country on Tuesday.…
Trial run of Rafah crossing under Egypt’s coordination
The Rafah border crossing has resumed limited operations after months of closure in the Palestinian side under Israel’s control, amidst…
PM: health, education top State priorities
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the health sector stands at the top of Egypt’s national priorities, affirming the government’s great…
PM inspects Minya University Triple Hospital after start of trial operation
MINYA, Egypt, Jan 31 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inspected on Saturday the Minya University Triple Hospital following the…
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US–China friction intensifies following Maduro’s abduction
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson in exclusive interview hails Egypt’s efforts in Gaza
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Russia resumes night strikes on major Ukrainian cities, ending brief reprieve agreed between Putin and Trump
As a parade of US allies rattled by Trump visit China, Beijing claims a win for its new world order
Trump calls on Republicans to ‘nationalize’ future elections
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Wounded but still dangerous: How Iran could strike back if Trump attacks
US conducts military drills in Middle East as tension with Iran builds amid Trump’s demands
Iran conditionally agrees to nuclear talks with US, first since Trump’s military strikes last summer
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January 29, 2026
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January 28, 2026
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January 21, 2026
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January 21, 2026
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January 19, 2026
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January 15, 2026
Egypt’s Education Minister faces potential imprisonment and removal from office
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January 12, 2026
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