Egypt

Egyptian Coptic Pope Tawadros II receives President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the new Coptic Cathedral

Egyptian government legalizes 293 churches, reinforcing religious inclusivity

Under Article 8 of Law No. 80, which governs the construction and restoration of churches in Egypt, the government continues to support religious institutions by aligning them with legal standards.

The 1956 Suez Crisis: Israel's geopolitical turning point

Following the crisis, Israel faced international isolation, with many nations criticizing its role in the conflict.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a state ceremony at Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem

Netanyahu would have accepted Egyptian hostage deal ‘immediately’

The PMO refuted the Egyptian President's proposed four-hostage deal, claiming no such offer was received while asserting Netanyahu would have 'immediately' accepted it.

Netanyahu says Hamas could drop some demands for ceasefire deal

“Hamas is putting forward conditions that we can’t agree to,” Netanyahu said, adding that it now seemed that “those conditions could be rescinded.

Grand Egyptian Museum opens 12 exhibition halls in trial operation

On Wednesday, the museum opened its doors to visitors as part of a trial run, with plans to welcome 4,000 visitors per day, both local and international.

Egyptian archaeological expert launches petition to repatriate Nefertiti bust from Germany

The petition reads: "This unique bust, with its historical and aesthetic value, is currently in Germany. Now is the time for its return to Egypt."

CIA Director Burns holds Doha talks on new deal, Egypt pushes mini release

Sisi also said that talks should resume within ten days of implementing the temporary ceasefire in an effort to reach a permanent one.

How Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Egypt quietly back Israel on Iran

Each country—while referencing “sovereignty” and “de-escalation”—chooses to avoid condemning Israel outright, instead placing emphasis on the broader threats to regional stability.

26/10/2024

Caught between sympathy and fear: Egypt’s Christians confront the Gaza conflict

Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Christians are torn between support for Palestinian civilians and fear of Hamas, complicating their response to the ongoing war

By MINA NADER , JACOB WIRTSCHAFTER/THE MEDIA LINE
26/10/2024

Sinwar’s fatal mistake: Hamas leader refused Arab offer to escape Gaza

Yahya Sinwar allegedly denied a deal which would see his escape in exchange for Egypt taking over negotiations for a ceasefire on Hamas's behalf - plotting instead for a regional war.

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