18 h. ago Pyongyang fires ballistic missiles as South Korean President Lee Jae

Seoul, South Korea Reuters  —  North Korea fired several ballistic missiles from its capital Pyongyang towards the sea off its east coast at around 7:50 a.m. local time on Sunday, South Korea’s military said. The first launch of North Korea’s ballistic missiles in two months comes as South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung will make a … The post Pyongyang fires ballistic missiles as South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung makes state visit to China appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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18 h. ago Who is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela’s leader after Maduro’s capture?

Following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro during a US military operation in Venezuela, the command of the South American country has fallen into the hands of Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez. That is what Venezuela’s constitution outlines in its different scenarios anticipating a president’s absence. Under Articles 233 and 234, whether the absence is … The post Who is Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela’s leader after Maduro’s capture? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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26 h. ago FM highlights Egypt’s intensive efforts to move toward Phase 2 of US President’s plan in Gaza

FM highlights Egypt’s intensive efforts to move toward Phase 2 of US President’s plan in Gaza  Egypt Today

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36 h. ago What the US strike in Venezuela means for gas prices and the largest proven oil reserve on the planet

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country following a large-scale US strike on Caracas, leaving behind uncertainty for the country — and its massive oil reserves. The Trump administration just struck a country with more oil than Iraq. Venezuela is sitting on a massive 303 billion barrels worth of … The post What the US strike in Venezuela means for gas prices and the largest proven oil reserve on the planet appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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37 h. ago Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential administration in big shake

KYIV, Jan 2 Reuters  —  President Volodymyr Zelensky named Ukraine’s defense spy chief as his top adviser on Friday, placing a popular military leader at the heart of decision-making as Kyiv seeks to strengthen its defenses against Russia and its hand in US-backed peace talks. The appointment of Kyrylo Budanov, a decorated war veteran widely … The post Zelensky names spy chief to head presidential administration in big shake-up appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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37 h. ago US military hits Caracas as Trump says President Maduro taken into custody

US military hits Caracas as Trump says President Maduro taken into custody  Dailynewsegypt

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40 h. ago South Africa Unites With Uganda, Tanzania, Egypt, Senegal And Other African Nations To Transform Dubai Into The Premier Travel Destination Boosting UAE Tourism In 2026

South Africa Unites With Uganda, Tanzania, Egypt, Senegal And Other African Nations To Transform Dubai Into The Premier Travel Destination Boosting UAE Tourism In 2026  Travel And Tour World

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40 h. ago Zimbabwe Steams Ahead Of Namibia, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, And Numerous Other African Nations In Pushing South Africa Tourism To Unmatched Growth In 2025

Zimbabwe Steams Ahead Of Namibia, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, And Numerous Other African Nations In Pushing South Africa Tourism To Unmatched Growth In 2025  Travel And Tour World

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40 h. ago PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative

CAIRO, Jan 1 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reiterated on Thursday his keenness to conduct regular follow-up on the latest developments in the implementation status of the first phase projects of presidential initiative Decent Life “Haya Karima,” which are being carried out across numerous development and service sectors. He emphasized the need to bring … The post PM reviews completion of 1st phase projects of Decent Life initiative appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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2 d. ago 40 dead, 100 injured as fireworks spark inferno at Swiss Ski Resort on New Year’s Eve

At least 40 people have been killed and 100 others injured after a massive fire tore through a crowded New Year’s Eve party at the ‘Le Constellation’ bar in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. The Italian Foreign Ministry, citing Swiss police reports, confirmed the death toll, noting that most survivors suffered severe burns and critical … The post 40 dead, 100 injured as fireworks spark inferno at Swiss Ski Resort on New Year’s Eve appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago South Africa, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, Tunisia, Congo, Tanzania, Egypt and More Invited to Enjoy Exclusive Dubai Luxury with Emirates’ Free Winter Experience

South Africa, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, Tunisia, Congo, Tanzania, Egypt and More Invited to Enjoy Exclusive Dubai Luxury with Emirates’ Free Winter Experience  Travel And Tour World

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3 d. ago A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know

New Year celebrations turned to tragedy in Switzerland on Thursday, with dozens of people presumed dead and around 100 others injured in a fire at an Alpine ski resort, police have said. Authorities said the blaze broke out in the early hours of New Year’s Day at Le Constellation lounge bar in Crans-Montana, one of … The post A New Year’s party in an upscale Swiss ski resort turned deadly. Here’s what we know appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say

The CIA has assessed Ukraine was not targeting a residence used by Russian President Vladimir Putin in a recent drone attack in the north of his country, according to US officials, undercutting an assertion the Russian leader had made to President Donald Trump in a Monday phone call. The CIA’s director John Ratcliffe briefed Trump … The post CIA assesses Ukraine was not targeting a Putin residence in drone attack, contrary to Kremlin claim, sources say appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Egypt celebrates the new year with fireworks over pyramids in Giza (Video)

Egypt celebrates the new year with fireworks over pyramids in Giza (Video)  Social News XYZ

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4 d. ago Photo: New Year Fireworks Light Up Egypt's Historic Pyramids in Cairo

Photo: New Year Fireworks Light Up Egypt's Historic Pyramids in Cairo - EGY2026010118  upi.com

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4 d. ago Video Fireworks over the Pyramids of Giza as Egypt celebrates new year

Video Fireworks over the Pyramids of Giza as Egypt celebrates new year  ABC News

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4 d. ago Egypt celebrates the new year with fireworks over pyramids in Giza

Egypt celebrates the new year with fireworks over pyramids in Giza  Yahoo

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4 d. ago Egypt’s New Artillery from South Korea Is a Warning to Israel

Egypt’s New Artillery from South Korea Is a Warning to Israel  The National Interest

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4 d. ago Bruising on Trump’s left hand sparks renewed questions about his health

New bruising on Donald Trump’s left hand is reviving questions about his health nearly one year after he became the oldest president to take the oath of office. Across a series of events last week, the 79-year-old Trump appeared with discoloration or light bruising on the back of his left hand, in addition to the … The post Bruising on Trump’s left hand sparks renewed questions about his health appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago CIA strike brings Trump closer to grave new year decisions on Venezuela

President Donald Trump has thrust the country into a significant new phase in his showdown with Venezuela with a CIA strike on a port facility. But as he approaches grave new decisions on even greater escalations, his team has not yet spelled out a clear consistent public rationale for its actions. Nor has it prepared … The post CIA strike brings Trump closer to grave new year decisions on Venezuela appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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