65 h. ago Tanta vet released in husky killing case; directorate denies involvement

The investigative authorities have decided to release Dr. Hamdi Haggag, the director of the Veterinary Medicine Department in Tanta, who was accused in fatally injecting a husky dog in the village of Mahalla Marhoum, affiliated with the Tanta center. The incident dates back to the appearance of the dog in the village streets, where it bit three … The post Tanta vet released in husky killing case; directorate denies involvement appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Earthquake strikes off coast of Istanbul, Turkish officials say

CNN  —  A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Istanbul on Wednesday, according to Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Agency (AFAD). The quake occurred in the Sea of Marmara close to Silivri, which lies around 70 kilometers (40 miles) to the west of the Turkish metropolis, and aftershocks are continuing, AFAD said. Turkey’s health … The post Earthquake strikes off coast of Istanbul, Turkish officials say appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 d. ago Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2

CNN  —  Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) says it has formed its own government as it marks two years of a vicious power struggle with the Sudanese army that has left tens of thousands killed and millions homeless. RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo said in a statement Tuesday that his militia and its civilian … The post Sudan rebels declare rival government on anniversary of brutal 2-year war with army appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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7 d. ago Yemen’s Huthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port

CNN  —  The death toll from US airstrikes on an oil port in western Yemen has risen to at least 74 people, the Huthi-run health ministry reported, marking the deadliest day since the United States escalated its aerial campaign against the Iran-backed group last month. US Central Command said Thursday the strikes on Ras Isa … The post Yemen’s Huthis vow to continue attacks after more than 70 killed in US airstrikes on port appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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7 d. ago Egyptian MP condemns Israel’s brutal war, says it can never erase Palestine

Egyptian media personality and parliamentarian Mostafa Bakry condemned Israel’s war on Gaza, stating that no matter how much “destruction or killing” is involved it can never erase Palestine’s identity or presence on its land. He added that resistance is a legitimate right. During his show “Haqayek Wa Asrar” (Facts and Secrets) on Thursday, Bakry warned … The post Egyptian MP condemns Israel’s brutal war, says it can never erase Palestine appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Egypt condemns attacks on Zamzam camp in Sudan’s North Darfur

CAIRO, April 13 (MENA) – Egypt condemned deadly attacks on the Zamzam camp which shelters displaced people in El-Fasher city of Sudan’s North Darfur state, killing a number of Sudanese people and aid workers. In a statement released by the Foreign Ministry on Sunday, Egypt called for protecting humanitarian personnel and offered sincere condolences to … The post Egypt condemns attacks on Zamzam camp in Sudan’s North Darfur appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Rafah crossing remains open from Egyptian side for 28th day in row

RAFAH, Egypt, April 14 (MENA) – Rafah crossing is still open from the Egyptian side for the 28th day in a row waiting for the arrival of injured Palestinians and patients and their companions to receive treatment while the Israeli authorities closed it from the Palestinian side, an official source at Rafah terminal said on … The post Rafah crossing remains open from Egyptian side for 28th day in row appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Sudan’s RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee

Reuters  —  Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) seized control of a major camp for displaced people in North Darfur, the paramilitary group said on Sunday, after a four-day assault the government and aid groups have said left hundreds dead or wounded. The fighting has centered around the Zamzam camp, which, along with the nearby Abu … The post Sudan’s RSF claims control of major Darfur camp, civilians flee appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Russian strikes on northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy kill 32, in deadliest attack this year

CNN  —  Russian missiles hit the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy in the deadliest attack this year, killing at least 32 people, including two children, as residents gathered for Sunday church services, local authorities said. At least 84 people, including ten children, have also been wounded in the strikes on the city’s center, according to … The post Russian strikes on northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy kill 32, in deadliest attack this year appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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1 week ago Three killed after Israel bombs school in northern Gaza sheltering the displaced

Several Palestinian citizens were killed on Saturday after Israeli forces bombed a school sheltering the displaced in northern Gaza. The Palestinian News Agency, WAFA, reported medical sources as saying that at least three citizens were killed and several others – including children – were injured after Israeli forces bombed the Khalifa School. In separate strike, … The post Three killed after Israel bombs school in northern Gaza sheltering the displaced appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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2 w. ago Egypt’s Medical Syndicate Mourns Killing of Egyptian Physician Mahmoud Abu Amsha in Gaza by Israeli Forces

Egypt’s Medical Syndicate Mourns Killing of Egyptian Physician Mahmoud Abu Amsha in Gaza by Israeli Forces  Egypt Today

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2 w. ago Video: Six killed in Hudson River helicopter crash off Manhattan

Six people died in a helicopter crash in the Hudson River in New York City, off Manhattan on Thursday. The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) stated that they received a report of a helicopter going down in the river at approximately 3:17 PM. The crash occurred in the river near Houston Street and the … The post Video: Six killed in Hudson River helicopter crash off Manhattan appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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2 w. ago This is the world’s best airport for 2025, according to Skytrax

CNN  —  Killing time in the airport is ordinarily such a drag that there’s a whole TikTok trend devoted to people making it through the terminal in as little time as possible. Not so in Singapore Changi, which has just been crowned the World’s Best Airport for the 13th time by air transport rating organization … The post This is the world’s best airport for 2025, according to Skytrax appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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2 w. ago Egypt received more than 8K injured Palestinians at hospitals

Egypt received more than 8K injured Palestinians at hospitals  Egypt Today

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2 w. ago Macron praises Egypt's efforts to receive Palestinian patients, injuries

Macron praises Egypt's efforts to receive Palestinian patients, injuries  Egypt Today

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2 w. ago President Sisi, French counterpart visit Al Arish city, meet number of injured Palestinians

President Sisi, French counterpart visit Al Arish city, meet number of injured Palestinians  Egypt Today

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2 w. ago Trilateral Summit in Cairo to Address Aid Shortages and Civilian Deaths in Gaza

Trilateral Summit in Cairo to Address Aid Shortages and Civilian Deaths in Gaza  Egyptian Streets

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3 w. ago Miracle rescues offer hope, days after deadly Myanmar earthquake

CNN  —  Two survivors have been pulled from under the rubble of collapsed buildings in Myanmar, more than five days after the country was struck by a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake. The miraculous rescues of the two men offer rare moments of hope in the Southeast Asian country, where the ruling military government has announced … The post Miracle rescues offer hope, days after deadly Myanmar earthquake appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 w. ago At least 19 dead, including 9 children, in Russian missile strike on Zelensky’s hometown, say Ukrainian authorities

CNN  —  A Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian president’s hometown of Kryvyi Rih on Friday killed at least 19 people, including six children, according to Ukrainian authorities. The strike also injured nearly 70 people. Among the 68 injured was a baby as young as three months old, with the attack also damaging dozens of … The post At least 19 dead, including 9 children, in Russian missile strike on Zelensky’s hometown, say Ukrainian authorities appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 w. ago Palestinian man tortured to death by Hamas militants after criticizing group and attending protests, family says

CNN  —  A 22-year-old Palestinian man was tortured and killed by Hamas militants after he criticized the group publicly and participated in rare anti-Hamas protests in Gaza, his family said. Uday Rabie was taken last week by dozens of armed fighters with Hamas’ military wing, the Al-Qassam Brigades, in the Tal al-Hawa neighborhood of Gaza … The post Palestinian man tortured to death by Hamas militants after criticizing group and attending protests, family says appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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