2 h. 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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5 h. ago Public Prosecution investigates Jordanian blogger Suzy over false news

Cairo’s Public Prosecution ordered on Saturday the release of Jordanian blogger Suzy after investigating her on charges of spreading false news on social media. The release was ordered on bail of LE 1,000. Suzy posted a video clip on social media, claiming that her sister, who was disabled with poor eyesight, had her mobile phone … The post Public Prosecution investigates Jordanian blogger Suzy over false news appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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12 h. ago Egypt’s Remittances Jump 81% in First Seven Months of FY 2024/2025

Egypt’s Remittances Jump 81% in First Seven Months of FY 2024/2025  CairoScene

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26 h. 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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28 h. ago Sisi voices Egypt’s full support for Jordan to fight all forms of terrorism

CAIRO, April 19 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held a phone call with King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein. Spokesperson for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed al-Shennawy, said President Sisi reiterated Egypt’s full solidarity with Jordan and its unshakable support to the kingdom in confronting all forms of … The post Sisi voices Egypt’s full support for Jordan to fight all forms of terrorism appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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31 h. ago Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year

CNN  —  A striking portrait of a young Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City has been named Press Photo of the Year. Photographer Samar Abu Elouf, who is also from Gaza, met nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour three months after an explosion severed one of his arms and mutilated the … The post Portrait of a wounded Palestinian boy wins Press Photo of the Year appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Culture

3 d. ago Egyptian expat remittances surge to $20bn in first 7 months of FY2024/25: CBE

Egyptian expat remittances surge to $20bn in first 7 months of FY2024/25: CBE  Dailynewsegypt

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4 d. ago Deceased Azhar researcher receives posthumous doctorate degree

The Al-Azhar University decided on Tuesday to award a deceased researcher a doctorate degree posthumously with honors, following a discussion of her doctoral dissertation. The discussion panel was held in the Shafika al-Shahawy Auditorium at the Faculty of Islamic and Arabic Studies for Girls in Cairo, in honor of deceased researcher Hanem Mahmoud Abul-Yazid Mohamed … The post Deceased Azhar researcher receives posthumous doctorate degree appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Egyptologist slams Mohamed Ramadan’s Pharaonic outfit as act of ‘disrespect’

Egyptologist Hussein Abdel-Bassir on Tuesday criticized Mohamed Ramadan’s ‘Pharaonic’ outfit at his recent Coachella concert, saying it could only be described as disrespect to ancient Egyptian history. Abdel-Bassir added that “Ramadan’s appearance in what he called a Pharaonic costume bears no relation, near or far, to Pharaonic civilization—not in form, content, or even the simplest … The post Egyptologist slams Mohamed Ramadan’s Pharaonic outfit as act of ‘disrespect’ appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 d. ago Egypt repays $7.95bn in external debt over three months: CBE

Egypt repays $7.95bn in external debt over three months: CBE  Dailynewsegypt

Economics

5 d. ago As he lionizes a strongman, Trump flexes power over the law, top colleges and the media

CNN  —  Only three months into his new term, President Donald Trump is escalating a battle against institutions that challenge his strongman instincts, including the courts, the legal profession, elite education and the media. The administration is projecting presidential authority in a broader and more overt way than any modern White House. Its expansive interpretation … The post As he lionizes a strongman, Trump flexes power over the law, top colleges and the media appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 d. ago Egypt: SCZone draws $157mln in investments over past 33 months

Egypt: SCZone draws $157mln in investments over past 33 months  ZAWYA

Economics

5 d. ago Lawsuit accuses Mohamed Ramadan of insulting the Egyptian state

Egyptian lawyer Samir Sabry filed a lawsuit with the Egyptian Public Prosecutor against singer Mohamed Ramadan, alleging that he violated public morals and insulted the Egyptian state, RT reported on Monday. Ramadan stirred controversy on social media after appearing in an unconventional look during his participation in the Coachella music festival held in California, US. … The post Lawsuit accuses Mohamed Ramadan of insulting the Egyptian state appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 d. ago Photos: Former King of Egypt celebrates his visit to National Museum of Egyptian Civilization

Former King of Egypt, Ahmed Fuad II, celebrated his visit with his son to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization (NMEC) in the Fustat area of Cairo. The former King and his son, Mohamed Ali Farouk, visited the NMEC, accompanied on their tour by al-Tayyeb Abbas, the museum’s director. The son of the former King … The post Photos: Former King of Egypt celebrates his visit to National Museum of Egyptian Civilization appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Culture

6 d. ago Video: Dutch woman attacks man in Egypt for whipping a donkey

Video: Dutch woman attacks man in Egypt for whipping a donkey  NL Times

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6 d. ago VIDEO: Amir of Kuwait performs ‘Ardha Dance’ during welcoming celebration for Egypt's President Sisi

VIDEO: Amir of Kuwait performs ‘Ardha Dance’ during welcoming celebration for Egypt's President Sisi  Egypt Today

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7 d. ago Viral video shows Dutch woman confronting donkey abuse at Egypt tourist site

Viral video shows Dutch woman confronting donkey abuse at Egypt tourist site  Middle East Monitor

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8 d. ago Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen?

CNN  —  Survival guides, stockpiling and mass evacuation drills. Europe is scrambling to prepare its citizens for the growing threat of conflict arriving on its doorstep. Several European nations have been offering sobering guidance in recent months – envisioning garages and subway stations transformed into bunkers and promoting psychological resilience. One overarching message is the … The post Europe wants to ready its citizens for war. Will they listen? appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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8 d. ago President Mohamud, Egypt’s FM, discuss regional security and state

President Mohamud, Egypt’s FM, discuss regional security and state-building in Antalya  Hiiraan

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9 d. ago Explore Astoria’s Little Egypt during Arab American heritage month

Explore Astoria’s Little Egypt during Arab American heritage month  Astoria Post

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