2 h. ago Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of violating brief Easter truce

CNN  —  Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a brief Easter ceasefire, with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky accusing Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of only being interested in PR. Putin’s surprise announcement on Saturday, ordering his forces to “stop all military activity” from 6 p.m. Moscow time on Saturday (11 a.m. ET) until … The post Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of violating brief Easter truce appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 h. ago Palestinians in Gaza face ‘horrific injustice,’ says Egypt’s Coptic pope

Palestinians in Gaza face ‘horrific injustice,’ says Egypt’s Coptic pope  Anadolu Ajansı

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4 h. ago Nahyan bin Mubarak attends Easter celebrations at Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi

Nahyan bin Mubarak attends Easter celebrations at Egyptian Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi  MSN

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4 h. ago Egyptian Hospitals, Medical Facilities on High Alert During Easter and Sham El

Egyptian Hospitals, Medical Facilities on High Alert During Easter and Sham El-Nessim Celebrations  Egypt Today

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5 h. ago ‘May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil’: Pope Tawadros at Easter mass

CAIRO, April 19 (MENA) – Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of Saint Mark Diocese said he is always praying for abundant love and unity among all the people of Egypt, and for an end to all conflicts and wars wherever they are. “May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world … The post ‘May God Almighty keep our country safe in such a world of evil’: Pope Tawadros at Easter mass appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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13 h. ago First lady congratulates Copts on Easter, wishes Egyptians continued happiness

First lady congratulates Copts on Easter, wishes Egyptians continued happiness  Egypt Today

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14 h. ago On Easter, President prays for Egypt to remain a beacon of tolerance, coexistence

On Easter, President prays for Egypt to remain a beacon of tolerance, coexistence  Egypt Today

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25 h. ago State miliary production min. greets Pope Tawadros on Easter

State miliary production min. greets Pope Tawadros on Easter  Egyptian Gazette

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30 h. ago Photos: Pope Tawadros II leads Easter Mass in St. Mark's Cathedral in Cairo

Photos: Pope Tawadros II leads Easter Mass in St. Mark's Cathedral in Cairo  Egypt Today

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31 h. ago Moderate weather expected across Egypt for Saturday, heatwave ahead

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) anticipates hot weather during the day in Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, South Sinai, and the south of the country, with moderate weather on the north coast on Saturday. Moderate weather is also expected across most parts of the country at night. Weather maps warn of a heat wave that will … The post Moderate weather expected across Egypt for Saturday, heatwave ahead appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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56 h. ago Venezuela Embassy In Egypt Launches New Campaign To Boost Tourism By Highlighting Country’s Rich Biological And Cultural Diversity

Venezuela Embassy In Egypt Launches New Campaign To Boost Tourism By Highlighting Country’s Rich Biological And Cultural Diversity  Travel And Tour World

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3 d. ago PM urges relying on local components in all wind energy projects

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly called for relying on local components in all wind energy projects across the country and reducing the import of foreign components. Madbouly’s call came while he was inspecting the 650-megawatt wind farm in the Red Sea city of Ras Ghareb on Tuesday. The prime minister was accompanied by Minister of Electricity … The post PM urges relying on local components in all wind energy projects appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago EU Designates Egypt as 'Safe Third Country' for Asylum Returns

EU Designates Egypt as 'Safe Third Country' for Asylum Returns  CairoScene

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4 d. ago Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco in EU list of safe countries of origin

Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco in EU list of safe countries of origin  Euronews.com

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5 d. ago Sudanese refugees in Egypt begin cautious return to a country still at war

Sudanese refugees in Egypt begin cautious return to a country still at war  La croix international

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6 d. ago Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa declared election winner as rival demands recount

CNN  —  Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa won the country’s presidential election on Sunday based on preliminary results, an electoral official said, as his main rival demanded a recount of the vote following a race overshadowed by drug-fueled violence that has consumed the once-peaceful South American country. Noboa, a conservative, has made fighting crime and economic … The post Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa declared election winner as rival demands recount appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Egyptian Comedian: My Country Has Joined the Israeli Enemy’s Ranks

Egyptian Comedian: My Country Has Joined the Israeli Enemy’s Ranks  MEMRI | Middle East Media Research Institute

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6 d. ago Top 10 countries with the largest gold reserves in the world

A “safe haven” – this is how many view gold, which they use as a reliable tool to hedge against economic and political crises. Gold therefore reserves play a crucial role in the economic stability of any country, acting as a safeguard against currency fluctuations and financial crises. Central banks hold it as a store … The post Top 10 countries with the largest gold reserves in the world appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Christians attend mass to celebrate Palm Sunday at Cave Church in Egypt

Christians attend mass to celebrate Palm Sunday at Cave Church in Egypt  Xinhua

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7 d. ago ‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks

CNN  —  Asked why she and other Ukrainian people choose to keep living under Russian occupation instead of fleeing, the woman paused for a moment. “I don’t know how to explain the feeling,” she said. “It’s like you just can’t believe that evil could win. Even after three years, people can’t believe that this is … The post ‘This isn’t Russia, never was, and never will be’: Ukrainians living under occupation fear Trump’s peace talks appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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