1 hour ago Egypt Embarks on $590 Million Hybrid Solar and Battery Storage Project

Egypt Embarks on $590 Million Hybrid Solar and Battery Storage Project  Medafrica Times

Economics

2 h. ago EMA warns: Heat wave peaks Sunday; Cairo sees highs of 40 degrees

EMA warns: Heat wave peaks Sunday; Cairo sees highs of 40 degrees  Egypt Today

Events

2 h. ago Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024

Trade turnover between Russia and Egypt climbed by 30 percent in 2024, reaching a record of US nine billion dollars, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, adding that it gained another 80 percent in the first two months of this year, TASS news agency reported. Putin … The post Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

2 h. ago Sisi, Putin agree to increase number of incoming Russian tourists

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin agreed to increase the number of Russian tourists visiting Egypt, while promoting new Egyptian tourist attractions in Russia. The two leaders also underlined the importance of enhancing cooperation in the fields of energy, food security, mining, agriculture, and industry, as well as continuing coordination between … The post Sisi, Putin agree to increase number of incoming Russian tourists appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 h. ago Israel vows to ‘defend ourselves alone’ after Trump strikes truce with Huthis

Jerusalem CNN  —  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to “defend ourselves alone” against Yemen’s Houthi rebels after US President Donald Trump struck a deal with the Iran-backed group. The US deal, announced just hours after the Israeli military carried out major strikes against Yemen’s international airport and other facilities in response to a … The post Israel vows to ‘defend ourselves alone’ after Trump strikes truce with Huthis appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 h. ago Egypt grabs silver at 25th CISM World Military Equestrian Championship

Egypt grabs silver at 25th CISM World Military Equestrian Championship  Egypt Today

Sport

3 h. ago Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024, says Putin

Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024, says Putin  Egypt Today

Politics

3 h. ago US admits its new aid plan would initially only feed 60 percent of Gaza, as UN rejects proposal

CNN  —  US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee outlined an American-Israeli plan to funnel humanitarian aid into parts of Gaza that he acknowledged will initially feed only about 60 percent of the population. Huckabee said the aid mechanism, which will be administered by a newly formed private foundation stood up by the US, will aim … The post US admits its new aid plan would initially only feed 60 percent of Gaza, as UN rejects proposal appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 h. ago Egypt’s Foreign Minister Meets Palestinian Vice President, Reaffirms Cairo’s Ceasefire Mediation Efforts in Gaza

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Meets Palestinian Vice President, Reaffirms Cairo’s Ceasefire Mediation Efforts in Gaza  Egypt Today

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3 h. ago “We all got frightened”: Locals describe blasts hitting India

Witnesses have recounted the moment blasts were heard in Srinagar, India-controlled Kashmir’s largest city, on Saturday morning. Explosions were reported in India-administered Kashmir, including Srinagar, the region’s largest city, and the city of Jammu, on Saturday morning. The cause of the blasts was not immediately clear. Local residents living near the city’s airport told CNN … The post “We all got frightened”: Locals describe blasts hitting India-administered Kashmir appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

3 h. ago Pyramids Half Marathon tops National Geographic list of world’s most amazing running routes

The National Geographic magazine announced that the Pyramids Half Marathon has topped its list of the most amazing running courses in the world, marking a new global achievement highlighting Egypt’s position on the international sports tourism map. This unique half-marathon event combines sports tourism with ancient history. It is held annually under the patronage and … The post Pyramids Half Marathon tops National Geographic list of world’s most amazing running routes appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 h. ago Police arrest company official responsible for gas pipeline explosion in Giza

Police forces at the Giza Security Directorate on Friday arrested the executive officer of the company responsible for construction work that caused the explosion of a gas pipeline on the Al-Wahat Road in 6th of October City. The incident, which occurred late April, resulted in the deaths and injuries of several people, and the charring … The post Police arrest company official responsible for gas pipeline explosion in Giza appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

4 h. ago Egypt issues strict warnings and instructions to protect vacationers from shark attacks

The Egyptian Environment Ministry has issued a set of instructions and warnings for dealing with sharks in the Red Sea amidst increasing number of vacationers. This comes to ensure the safety of beach-goers and those in the waters. The instructions, which were distributed to hotel establishments and dive centers, include several binding measures for beach … The post Egypt issues strict warnings and instructions to protect vacationers from shark attacks appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

4 h. ago Mohamed Salah sets record after winning England’s Best Player Award

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has been named England’s Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) following his outstanding performances this season. This season has seen the Egyptian star shine, having been one of the key factors in Liverpool’s Premier League title triumph. Salah won the FWA Player of the Year award for … The post Mohamed Salah sets record after winning England’s Best Player Award appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

4 h. ago Former US Envoy to Syria calls Trump’s Gaza plan ‘unrealistic’, discusses future of Middle East

As the world undergoes rapid political and economic transformations with escalating conflicts shaking the Middle East, the region has witnessed over a full year of genocide in Gaza – and no clear prospect for an end. The conflict has expanded to southern Lebanon, reverberated in Yemen and Iraq, and reached Iran. The Future of the … The post Former US Envoy to Syria calls Trump’s Gaza plan ‘unrealistic’, discusses future of Middle East appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

5 h. ago Against Ethiopia, Egypt courts East African states over Nile dam dispute

Against Ethiopia, Egypt courts East African states over Nile dam dispute  AL-Monitor

Events

9 h. ago British Man "Nearly Burnt Alive" In Egypt Hotel After Electric Shock Runs Through His Dental Fillings

British Man "Nearly Burnt Alive" In Egypt Hotel After Electric Shock Runs Through His Dental Fillings  NDTV

Events

11 h. ago Egypt secures silver in team event at Military Equestrian Championship

Egypt secures silver in team event at Military Equestrian Championship  Egyptian Gazette

Sport

13 h. ago Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Keep Afrobeat Torch Burning at Portland, OR's Aladdin Theater (SHOW REVIEW)

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Keep Afrobeat Torch Burning at Portland, OR's Aladdin Theater (SHOW REVIEW)  Glide Magazine

Events

15 h. ago Gossipy Maine village rocked by rumors the 'sultan of Egypt' has bought huge land parcel to build mega

Gossipy Maine village rocked by rumors the 'sultan of Egypt' has bought huge land parcel to build mega-mansion  Daily Mail

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