4 h. ago Nile flooding sparks concern, with GERD coordination under scrutiny

Professor of Geology and Water Resources at Cairo University, Abbas Sharaqi, noted that the flooding of some agricultural land on the banks of the Nile River in Egypt is a dire sign of Ethiopia’s lack of coordination with Egypt regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). In a Facebook post, Sharaqi explained that the lands … The post Nile flooding sparks concern, with GERD coordination under scrutiny appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago Syrian Interim President seeks Trump meeting, offers Marshall Plan vision

American media reported on Thursday that Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa has requested a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The Wall Street Journal quoted Syrian officials as saying that the Syrian president is seeking to meet Trump to share his vision for reconstruction, similar to the Marshall Plan, named after former US Secretary of State … The post Syrian Interim President seeks Trump meeting, offers Marshall Plan vision appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago From Cairo to Europe: Key football matches to watch on Thursday

Football fans can eagerly await a busy schedule on Thursday featuring crucial UEFA Europa League encounters and a highly anticipated Egyptian Premier League showdown between giants Al-Ahly and Al-Masry Al-Portsaidy in the fifth round of the Championship stage. You can catch the Egyptian Premier League match between Al Ahly and Al Masry Al Portsaidy on … The post From Cairo to Europe: Key football matches to watch on Thursday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

19 h. ago MATCH FACTS: Hosts Egypt look to progress against eliminated Tanzania

MATCH FACTS: Hosts Egypt look to progress against eliminated Tanzania  Confédération Africaine de Football

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27 h. ago Khufu, Egypt’s Iconic Restaurant, Wins Resy’s One to Watch Award

Khufu, Egypt’s Iconic Restaurant, Wins Resy’s One to Watch Award - Dine Beside The Great Pyramid  Times Now

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29 h. ago Egypt, Qatar assert full commitment to mediation efforts till resolving Gaza crisis

CAIRO, May 7 (MENA) – Egypt and Qatar renewed their constant efforts in the mediation file, based on a unified and all-round vision aimed at defusing the unprecedented humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, and relieving the unbearable suffering of civilians via creating the suitable conditions to reach a permanent and comprehensive truce. In a … The post Egypt, Qatar assert full commitment to mediation efforts till resolving Gaza crisis appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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36 h. ago Egypt voices solidarity with Sudan after drone attacks against key coastal city

Egypt voices solidarity with Sudan after drone attacks against key coastal city  China Daily - Global Edition

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51 h. ago Saudi, Egypt step up investment ties with incentives across key sectors

Saudi, Egypt step up investment ties with incentives across key sectors  Arab News PK

Politics

53 h. ago Tourism enriches understanding among peoples, says antiquities minister

Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy said that tourism is one of the key sectors that helps enhance broad understanding among peoples. He also called for stepping up efforts to enhance tourism integration among the countries of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, also known as Developing-8, via launching joint initiatives, facilitating the movement of … The post Tourism enriches understanding among peoples, says antiquities minister appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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54 h. ago Second tranche of European financial package to Egypt within weeks: EU Ambassador

The European Union’s Ambassador to Egypt, Angelina Eichhorst, announced that the second tranche of the European financial package – worth four billion euros as part of the overall financial support package for Egypt – is expected to be disbursed within weeks. On the sidelines of her current visit to Aswan, Eichhorst explained that the exact … The post Second tranche of European financial package to Egypt within weeks: EU Ambassador appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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54 h. ago Second tranche of EU financial package to arrive in Egypt within weeks: Ambassador

The European Union’s Ambassador to Egypt, Angelina Eichhorst, announced that the second tranche of the European financial package – worth four billion euros as part of the overall financial support package for Egypt – is expected to be disbursed within weeks. On the sidelines of her current visit to Aswan, Eichhorst explained that the exact … The post Second tranche of EU financial package to arrive in Egypt within weeks: Ambassador appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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55 h. ago Coppelia at Cairo Opera House in 5 performances starting Thursday

The Cairo Opera Ballet Company is presenting the world-class classical ballet Coppelia, accompanied by Cairo Opera Orchestra conducted by Maestro Mohamed Saad Pasha, in five performances across this week. The performances will begin at 9:00 pm on Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Monday, May 8, 11, and 12, in addition to a gala performance at 2:00 … The post Coppelia at Cairo Opera House in 5 performances starting Thursday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

3 d. ago Minister says cultural diplomacy holds key to stronger ties between Iran and Egypt

Minister says cultural diplomacy holds key to stronger ties between Iran and Egypt  Tehran Times

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3 d. ago Suez Canal Authority Chairman meets Argentine ambassador in Cairo

Suez Canal Authority Chairman meets Argentine ambassador in Cairo  Egypt Today

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3 d. ago International Dance Day 2025: Celebrate the Rhythm And Watch Dance Movies | NileFM | EGYPT'S#1 FOR HIT MUSIC

International Dance Day 2025: Celebrate the Rhythm And Watch Dance Movies | NileFM | EGYPT'S#1 FOR HIT MUSIC  NileFM

Culture

3 d. ago Cairo Cravings brings Tampa its first authentic Egyptian restaurant

Cairo Cravings brings Tampa its first authentic Egyptian restaurant  That's So Tampa

Society

3 d. ago Egypt deplores targeting of infrastructure, vital facilities in Port Sudan and Kassala cities

CAIRO, May 4 (MENA) – Egypt has condemned the targeting of infrastructure and vital facilities in the Sudanese cities of Port Sudan and Kassala at dawn on Sunday. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates, Egypt underscored the necessity of preserving the capabilities of the brotherly Sudanese people, … The post Egypt deplores targeting of infrastructure, vital facilities in Port Sudan and Kassala cities appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Egypt keen on bolstering trade, investment coop. with North, Latin American countries

CAIRO, May 3 (MENA) – Foreign, Emigration and Expatriates Affairs Minister Badr Abdelatty said luring foreign direct investments (FDIs) and boosting trade exchange is a key priority for the Egyptian government, especially in light of the promising cooperation opportunities across the two Americas. Abdelatty was speaking during a meeting on Saturday with senior officials from … The post Egypt keen on bolstering trade, investment coop. with North, Latin American countries appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

3 d. ago Egypt revisits old rent law – Key amendments under discussion

The House of Representatives’ Housing and Public Utilities Committee began its first meeting on Sunday to discuss two draft laws submitted by the government regulating rental relationships between landlords and tenants, related to old rents. The two bills will continue to be considered until Tuesday. House Speaker Hanafi Gebaly referred the two bills to a … The post Egypt revisits old rent law – Key amendments under discussion appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

3 d. ago Minister says cultural diplomacy holds the key to stronger ties between Iran and Egypt

Minister says cultural diplomacy holds the key to stronger ties between Iran and Egypt  IRNA English

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