4 h. ago Pebble migrates Egypt’s independent broadcaster ON TV to new technology platform

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12 h. ago Iranian Tourism Minister talks boosting mutual tourism and Egypt’s vital regional role in exclusive interview

Iran’s Minister of Tourism and Culture Reza Salehi Amiri said that Egypt and Iran have entered a new phase of  bilateral relations, following the historic meeting between President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Iranian counterpart during the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation In this exclusive interview with Al-Masry Al-Youm, the minister explained that efforts are … The post Iranian Tourism Minister talks boosting mutual tourism and Egypt’s vital regional role in exclusive interview appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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15 h. ago Disney’s first Middle East Park redefines regional entertainment

Marking a notable entry into the Middle Eastern leisure market, The Walt Disney Company has revealed its plans for the creation of “Disneyland Abu Dhabi” on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island. This venture will be the seventh Disneyland resort globally and the inaugural one in the Middle East, realized through a collaboration with Miral, the Abu … The post Disney’s first Middle East Park redefines regional entertainment appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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16 h. ago Foreign Ministry: Egypt Deeply Concerned About Current Developments between India, Pakistan and Calls For Calm

Egypt is deeply concerned about the current developments between India and Pakistan and the exchange of airstrikes that left a number of persons dead and injured. In a statement issued by the Foreign Affairs and Emigration Ministry on Wednesday 7/5/2025, Egypt stressed the utmost importance of making all efforts to achieve calm and defuse the … The post Foreign Ministry: Egypt Deeply Concerned About Current Developments between India, Pakistan and Calls For Calm appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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16 h. ago PM: What is agreed upon at parl’t regarding old rentals law will be approved by govt

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the House of Representatives is currently discussing a draft of the old rentals’ new law and is conducting a community dialogue with the participation of various stakeholders. In the end, whatever is agreed upon at the House of Representatives will be approved by the government; as it is already participating … The post PM: What is agreed upon at parl’t regarding old rentals law will be approved by govt appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

16 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.

Events

17 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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17 h. ago Suez Canal Zone deal with UAE sparks public debate, PM clarifies agreement

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has addressed widespread discussion surrounding the agreement signed between the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) and Abu Dhabi Ports Group for the “KIZAD East Port Said” project. The Prime Minister clarified that the project is for an integrated industrial and logistics zone operating under the industrial developer system, one of … The post Suez Canal Zone deal with UAE sparks public debate, PM clarifies agreement appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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17 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

18 h. ago India and Pakistan have a tense history. These are the wars they have fought before

Kashmir has been a flashpoint in India-Pakistan relations since both gained independence from Britain in 1947. The two nations to emerge from the bloody partition of British India — Muslim-majority Pakistan and Hindu-majority India — both claim Kashmir in full, and months after becoming independent, fought their first of three wars over the territory. Here’s … The post India and Pakistan have a tense history. These are the wars they have fought before appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

36 h. ago Parliament members slams Egyptian government over complaints of adulterated octane

Several members of the Egyptian Parliament attacked the government over complaints about the circulation of adulterated octane at gas stations, causing sudden breakdowns in some cars. They called for formation of an investigation committee to determine the causes of the crisis and hold those involved accountable. The Ministry of Petroleum confirmed that the gasoline undergoes … The post Parliament members slams Egyptian government over complaints of adulterated octane appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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37 h. ago Egypt’s foreign reserves rise to US$48.144 billion by the end of April: CBE

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) announced that the country’s net foreign exchange reserves rose to approximately US$48.144 billion by the end of April. According to data published on CBE’s website on Tuesday, Egypt’s foreign exchange reserves rose by approximately $387 million during April, from approximately $47.757 billion at the end of March 2025. This … The post Egypt’s foreign reserves rise to US$48.144 billion by the end of April: CBE appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Economics

38 h. ago Gulf airlines cancel flights to Pakistan as northern India airport closures disrupt routes

Several Gulf carriers have suspended flights to Pakistan, including Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways, with airport closures in northern India also affecting many flight routes. Emirates has canceled flights from Dubai to Sialkot, Lahore, Islamabad and Peshawar on Wednesday. “Customers on cancelled flights must not proceed to the airport,” it said on its website. Flights … The post Gulf airlines cancel flights to Pakistan as northern India airport closures disrupt routes appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Transport

38 h. ago Five children among 10 family members killed in Indian strikes, Pakistani militant leader says

A Pakistani militant chief targeted in India’s overnight strikes said 10 of his relatives, including five children, had been killed by the attack. Masood Azhar, the leader of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) – one of two militant factions that India’s military said it targeted overnight – said his older sister, his brother-in-law, his nephew and niece were … The post Five children among 10 family members killed in Indian strikes, Pakistani militant leader says appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

38 h. ago Egypt’s parliamentarians and politicians call for review of amendments to old rent law

Various members of parliament and politicians called for a review of the old rent bill submitted by the government, following its popular rejection and disapproval in recent days. MP for Alexandria, Ali al-Dessouky, said that the law is now surrounded by popular opposition, and therefore requires a review of it in a new way that … The post Egypt’s parliamentarians and politicians call for review of amendments to old rent law appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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38 h. ago New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores

New York CNN  —  A pair of Republican lawmakers are set to propose a new law that would require app stores to verify the ages of all users and share that information with app developers, following a similar state law that was signed in Utah earlier this year. If passed, the legislation, called the App … The post New proposed law would require Apple and Google to verify your age before letting you into their app stores appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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38 h. ago Stranded on a ship near Sharjah for 3 months, Egyptian sailors call for help

An Egyptian crew on board the oil ship “Petro 1,” owned by Petrofleet, a free zone limited liability company, appealed to the Foreign Ministry and the Egyptian Consulate in Dubai to intervene quickly and rescue them, after being stranded at sea for three months near the port of Sharjah. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry confirmed that … The post Stranded on a ship near Sharjah for 3 months, Egyptian sailors call for help appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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39 h. ago All you need to know about the first joint concert between Rappers Marwan Moussa and Pablo

Rappers Marwan Moussa and Marwan Pablo are preparing to perform their first concert together, titled “Project Meem,” on May 23 at a major mall. Tazkarti revealed the ticket prices for the concert, which include five categories starting from LE550 to LE1,000. The first category, priced at LE550 has sold out. The second category is priced … The post All you need to know about the first joint concert between Rappers Marwan Moussa and Pablo appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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41 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.

Events

41 h. ago PM reviews measures to facilitate entry of global brands into Egyptian market to support tourism

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly affirmed the state’s strong commitment to supporting tourism by providing all necessary foundations to enhance, develop, and advance this vital industry. This statement came during a meeting he held to review proposed measures for facilitating the registration and entry of global brands into the Egyptian market. The meeting was attended by … The post PM reviews measures to facilitate entry of global brands into Egyptian market to support tourism appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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