19 h. ago Shopkeepers, who traditionally support Iran’s regime, sparked the protests. Here’s why that’s significant

Anti-government protests in Iran challenging the regime have spread to more than 100 cities. The fact that they began with the bazaaris – a powerful force for change in Iran’s history and one seen as loyal to the regime – is notable. How it began: When the central bank decided to end a program allowing some … The post Shopkeepers, who traditionally support Iran’s regime, sparked the protests. Here’s why that’s significant appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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67 h. ago Egypt achieves historic tourism surge with 19 million visitors in 2025

Egyptian tourism recorded an unprecedented historic surge in 2025, welcoming approximately 19 million tourists. This represents a 21 percent growth rate compared to 2024—an exceptional performance that quadruples the five percent global average growth estimated by UN Tourism. This milestone proudly signals Egypt’s return to the forefront of the international tourism landscape and solidifies its … The post Egypt achieves historic tourism surge with 19 million visitors in 2025 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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68 h. ago Egypt, Syria Sign Two MoUs to Strengthen Regional Petroleum Trade

Egypt, Syria Sign Two MoUs to Strengthen Regional Petroleum Trade  Energy Capital & Power

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3 d. ago Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a drop in temperatures across Egypt until Monday, as the country experiences a severe cold wave due to the expansion of the Siberian High originating from eastern Russia. Egypt will see a significant drop in temperatures across the country, especially during the early morning and late night hours, with … The post Cold wave hits Egypt, snow falls at Saint Catherine Mountains appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Egypt, Syria Sign Energy Deals To Send Gas for Power Generation

Egypt, Syria Sign Energy Deals To Send Gas for Power Generation  The Media Line

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4 d. ago Egypt signs energy MoUs with Syria, expanding regional supply role

Egypt signs energy MoUs with Syria, expanding regional supply role  Arab News PK

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5 d. ago Egypt signs MOUs with Syria to supply gas and petroleum products

Egypt signs MOUs with Syria to supply gas and petroleum products  Baird Maritime

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5 d. ago Egypt, Qatar sign MoU to secure LNG supplies for summer 2026

Egypt, Qatar sign MoU to secure LNG supplies for summer 2026  Pumps Africa Magazine

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5 d. ago QatarEnergy, Egypt Sign MoU to Expand LNG Supply Cooperation

QatarEnergy, Egypt Sign MoU to Expand LNG Supply Cooperation  Oil & Gas Middle East

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6 d. ago Egypt, Qatar sign MOU to boost natural gas sales and import cooperation

Egypt, Qatar sign MOU to boost natural gas sales and import cooperation  The Times of Israel

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6 d. ago Egypt, Qatar sign MOU to boost LNG sales and import cooperation, Egypt says

Egypt, Qatar sign MOU to boost LNG sales and import cooperation, Egypt says  TradingView — Track All Markets

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8 d. ago Egypt, Lebanon Sign Gas Supply Deal for Deir Ammar Power Plant

Egypt, Lebanon Sign Gas Supply Deal for Deir Ammar Power Plant  Pipeline and Gas Journal

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8 d. ago Egypt, Japan sign $22 mn deal to build Suez Canal dive support vessel

Egypt, Japan sign $22 mn deal to build Suez Canal dive support vessel  Logistics Update Africa

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8 d. ago Egypt signs $140mln financing deal for metallic silicon production complex in New Alamein

Egypt signs $140mln financing deal for metallic silicon production complex in New Alamein  ZAWYA

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9 d. ago Egypt braces for a sharp temperature drop and heavy nighttime fog on Friday

The Meteorological Authority released on Thursday the latest weather forecast for Cairo and the provinces. Extremely cold conditions are expected in the early morning of Friday and at night across most regions, while the weather will remain mildly warm during the day. Cairo will see a daytime high of 19°C, followed by a significant drop … The post Egypt braces for a sharp temperature drop and heavy nighttime fog on Friday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Central Bank of Egypt and Afreximbank Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of a Gold Bank programme in Egypt

Central Bank of Egypt and Afreximbank Sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of a Gold Bank programme in Egypt  African Export-Import Bank

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1 week ago Lebanon, Egypt Sign Deal to Supply Natural Gas for Lebanese Power Plant

Lebanon, Egypt Sign Deal to Supply Natural Gas for Lebanese Power Plant  POWER Magazine

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1 week ago Egypt, Lebanon sign deal to supply natural gas to Deir Ammar power plant

Egypt, Lebanon sign deal to supply natural gas to Deir Ammar power plant  Dailynewsegypt

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1 week ago Egypt, Lebanon Sign MoU to Supply Gas to Deir Ammar Power Plant

Egypt, Lebanon Sign MoU to Supply Gas to Deir Ammar Power Plant  Egypt Oil & Gas

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1 week ago Egypt and Japan sign agreement to enhance navigational safety in Suez Canal

Egypt and Japan sign agreement to enhance navigational safety in Suez Canal  Egypt Independent

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