8 h. ago 10 things to know about Robert Prevost, who is now Pope Leo XIV

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost – now known as Pope Leo XIV — is the first pope from the United States. The 69-year-old from Chicago is known as a leader with global experience. He spent much of his career as a missionary in South America and most recently led a powerful Vatican office for bishop appointments. … The post 10 things to know about Robert Prevost, who is now Pope Leo XIV appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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21 h. ago Liberated prisoner Moatassem Raddad martyred in Egypt after years of medical neglect in occupation prisons

Liberated prisoner Moatassem Raddad martyred in Egypt after years of medical neglect in occupation prisons  Samidoun: Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network

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2 d. ago CIB Egypt extends EGP 2.45bn bridge loan to SODIC for North Coast ‘June’ project

CIB Egypt extends EGP 2.45bn bridge loan to SODIC for North Coast ‘June’ project  Dailynewsegypt

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4 d. ago World Health Organization (WHO) Egypt and the United Kingdom (UK) strengthen collaboration to support Palestinian patients in Egypt

World Health Organization (WHO) Egypt and the United Kingdom (UK) strengthen collaboration to support Palestinian patients in Egypt  ZAWYA

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4 d. ago WHO Egypt and the UK strengthen collaboration to support Palestinian patients in Egypt

WHO Egypt and the UK strengthen collaboration to support Palestinian patients in Egypt  emro.who.int

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4 d. ago Israel’s security cabinet approves expanded plan to occupy Gaza territory and deliver aid, source says

Jerusalem CNN  —  Israel’s security cabinet voted Sunday to expand military operations in Gaza and establish a new framework for the delivery of aid, according to two Israeli officials. The vote came hours after the military said it would mobilize tens of thousands of reservists, strengthening its capacity to operate in the besieged Palestinian territory. … The post Israel’s security cabinet approves expanded plan to occupy Gaza territory and deliver aid, source says appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Pope Francis’s popemobile set to become health clinic for Gaza children

CNN  —  One of Pope Francis’s “popemobiles” is being transformed into a mobile healthcare unit for children and sent to the Gaza Strip, the Vatican’s official media outlet said on Sunday. In one of his final wishes before his passing, Francis entrusted the popemobile used during his 2014 pilgrimage of the Holy Lands to the … The post Pope Francis’s popemobile set to become health clinic for Gaza children appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 d. ago Zelensky says talks with Trump at pope’s funeral were their ‘best’ yet

CNN  —  Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that his conversation with US President Donald Trump at the Vatican last month was their “best” yet, with the two leaders discussing US sanctions and Kyiv’s air defenses. The brief meeting on the sidelines of Pope Francis’s funeral in April came at a crucial time for Ukraine, … The post Zelensky says talks with Trump at pope’s funeral were their ‘best’ yet appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Palestinian infant starved to death in Gaza due to ongoing Israeli besiege

Palestinian infant starved to death in Gaza due to ongoing Israeli besiege  Egypt Today

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9 d. ago Egypt and Iraq Reject Palestinian Displacement, Urge Gaza Recovery Plan

Egypt and Iraq Reject Palestinian Displacement, Urge Gaza Recovery Plan  The Media Line

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1 week ago Egypt’s Nasser said in 1970 he had ‘no interest’ in Palestinian cause, recording reveals

Egypt’s Nasser said in 1970 he had ‘no interest’ in Palestinian cause, recording reveals  The Times of Israel

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1 week ago Israeli forces detain prominent Palestinian journalist in early morning West Bank raid

Jerusalem CNN  —  Israeli forces detained prominent Palestinian journalist Ali Samoudi in an early morning raid on his son’s home in the occupied West Bank. The raid occurred in the city of Jenin, where Samoudi’s son told CNN the Israeli military came in at 5 a.m. and took the 58-year-old journalist to an undisclosed location. … The post Israeli forces detain prominent Palestinian journalist in early morning West Bank raid appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Egypt calls on ICJ to declare Israel’s continued occupation a violation of international law

In an oral argument before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday, the Egyptian delegation submitted a request for the Court to issue an advisory opinion stating that Israel’s prolonged occupation of the Palestinian territories is a continued violation of international law. It added that Israel’s obligations as an occupying power must continue throughout … The post Egypt calls on ICJ to declare Israel’s continued occupation a violation of international law appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Palestinian VP thanks Egyptian leadership, people for supporting Palestinians

CAIRO, April 28 (MENA) – Palestinian Vice President Hussein al-Sheikh expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Egyptian leadership and people for their historic position in support of the Palestinian people in the current ordeal since the onset of the Israeli aggression, as well as for Cairo’s efforts to alleviate the suffering of Palestinians and … The post Palestinian VP thanks Egyptian leadership, people for supporting Palestinians appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago In 1970, Egypt's leader Nasser said he had 'no interest' in Palestinian cause, wouldn't fight Israel

In 1970, Egypt's leader Nasser said he had 'no interest' in Palestinian cause, wouldn't fight Israel -- new recording  The Times of Israel

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1 week ago Israel remains bound by international law amid ongoing occupation of Palestinian territories, Egypt tells ICJ

Israel remains bound by international law amid ongoing occupation of Palestinian territories, Egypt tells ICJ  Anadolu Ajansı

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1 week ago Egypt Eyes Strategic Procurement of Chinese Type 039A Submarines and Tech Transfer

Egypt Eyes Strategic Procurement of Chinese Type 039A Submarines and Tech Transfer  Army Recognition

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1 week ago Grand Egyptian Museum to Close Temporarily from June 15 to July 5, Ahead of Historic Open

Grand Egyptian Museum to Close Temporarily from June 15 to July 5, Ahead of Historic Open  Egypt Today

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1 week ago President Sisi slams use of starvation against the Palestinian people

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed regional and international developments of mutual interest – particularly the situation in the Gaza Strip – with the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Sam Mostyn at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace on Sunday. Sisi stressed that Egypt harshly rejects the use of starvation as a weapon or tool of … The post President Sisi slams use of starvation against the Palestinian people appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Photos: Acclaimed artist Britt Boutros Ghali to be showcased in Galerie Son solo exhibitions at Berlin, Seoul

Art lovers can eagerly look forward to two solo exhibitions by the celebrated Egyptian-Norwegian artist Britt Boutros Ghali in 2025, courtesy of Galerie Son, with showings in Berlin and Seoul, South Korea. The inaugural exhibition will commence on May 1, coinciding with the prestigious Berlin Gallery Weekend, and will continue its display until June 28th, … The post Photos: Acclaimed artist Britt Boutros Ghali to be showcased in Galerie Son solo exhibitions at Berlin, Seoul appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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