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    Dozens of nations walk out of Netanyahu's UN speech●Full list of nations to walk out of Netanyahu’s speech: (Source: https://www. thelondoneconomic.com/news/ful l-list-of-cMmastodonBusinessLabor1945 min ago

    A large number of national delegations walked out of Benjamin Netanyahu's address at the United Nations, and a full list of the countries involved has been circulating widely. Those named include Suriname, Tuvalu, Turkmenistan, Yemen, Egypt, Panama, Senegal, Palestine, Sudan and Tunisia, among others. The mass exits highlight continued international anger over the Gaza war and deepening isolation of the Israeli government on the diplomatic stage.

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    Egypt rejects Israeli calls to expand West Bank operations▼Egypt rejects Israeli calls to expand West Bank operations; Smotrich urges Gaza-style war✉newsWarMiddle East59 min ago

    Egypt has rejected Israeli calls to expand military operations in the West Bank after Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich urged waging a Gaza-style war there. Cairo condemned the idea as a dangerous escalation that threatens regional stability. The dispute highlights growing friction between Egypt and Israel over the conduct of the war and its potential spillover into the occupied West Bank.

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    Ethiopia accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing anti-Abiy alliance▼Ethiopia accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing alliance against Abiy✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    Ethiopia has publicly accused Egypt and Sudan of backing an alliance against Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, escalating tensions between the Nile basin neighbours. The charge comes amid ongoing disputes over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and instability in Sudan, and it is drawing attention to the risk of further deterioration in relations across the Horn of Africa and Egypt.

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    Ethiopia army chief accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing plot against Abiy▼Ethiopia’s army chief accuses Egypt and Sudan of backing armed alliance seeking to oust Abiy Ahmed✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    Ethiopia's army chief has publicly accused Egypt and Sudan of backing an armed alliance that aims to remove Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed from power. The allegation sharpens an already tense standoff along the Nile, where disputes over water, borders and regional influence have repeatedly strained relations between the three countries in recent years.

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    Egypt warned Israel Gaza was 'on verge of exploding' before Oct 7▼'Gaza on verge of exploding': Egypt spy chief warned Israel of Hamas escalation before Oct 7✉newsWarMiddle East7 h ago

    Egypt's intelligence chief warned Israel ahead of October 7 that Gaza was 'on verge of exploding' and that Hamas was planning an escalation, according to a report citing the warning. The claim revives debate over whether Israeli officials underestimated the threat despite specific advance notice from Cairo, and how much of the intelligence was shared or acted upon before the attack.

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    Report claims Egypt warned Israel before Hamas attack●Wurde Israel von Ägypten vor Hamas-Überfall gewarnt? Der Hamas-Terrorangriff von 2023 beschäftigt Israel bis heute. EineMmastodonWarMiddle East97 h ago

    A new report says Egypt warned Israel ahead of Hamas's October 2023 terror attack, reviving questions over security failures that still preoccupy the country. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies receiving any such warning, but the allegations are dogging him ahead of the upcoming election, putting intelligence handling and political accountability back at the centre of public debate.

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    Qatar's Al Thani accuses Netanyahu government of sabotaging Gaza talks▼Qatar's Al Thani claims Netanyahu's 'far-right government' sabotaging Gaza talks✉newsWarMiddle East10 h ago

    Qatar's Sheikh Al Thani has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right government of deliberately undermining negotiations over a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza. The charge, reported by The Jerusalem Post, escalates tensions between Qatar, a key mediator alongside Egypt and the United States, and Israel, and highlights deepening frustration over stalled talks.

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    Egyptian source warns Israel Gaza situation could blow up▼Egyptian source: 'We told the Israelis the situation in Gaza could blow up'✉newsWarMiddle East10 h ago

    An Egyptian source said Cairo warned Israeli officials that the situation in Gaza could deteriorate sharply. The remark, reported by Israeli media, underscores Egypt's long-standing role as mediator between Israel and Palestinian factions, and reflects growing regional concern that tensions in Gaza could escalate into a wider confrontation without renewed de-escalation efforts.

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    El-Sisi meets Orange CEO as company pledges training and startup funds▼El-Sisi meets Orange CEO; Group unveils training grants for around 200,000, €25M startup support✉newsBusinessStartups50 min ago

    Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the CEO of French telecoms group Orange, during which the company announced training grants for around 200,000 people and €25 million in support for startups. The package points to expanding French-Egyptian cooperation in digital skills and entrepreneurship, with Orange positioning itself as a partner in Egypt's technology and youth employment agenda.

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    Egypt sends 284th Zad Al-Izzah aid convoy to Gaza●Egypt sends 284th ‘Zad Al-Izzah’ aid convoy to Gaza with over 2,794 tons of supplies✉newsWarMiddle East9 h ago

    Egypt has dispatched its 284th 'Zad Al-Izzah' aid convoy to Gaza, carrying more than 2,794 tons of food, medical and relief supplies for the territory's population. The convoy is part of an ongoing Egyptian humanitarian operation that has run throughout the conflict, as international pressure grows to keep aid flowing into the besieged enclave.

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    Orange to Train 200,000 Egyptians in Digital Skills▼Orange to Train 200,000 Egyptians, Invest EUR 25 Million in Tech Startups.✉newsBusinessStartups50 min ago

    French telecoms group Orange has announced plans to train 200,000 people in Egypt and invest EUR 25 million in local tech startups. The initiative, reported by Egyptian media, is aimed at boosting digital skills and supporting the country's growing startup ecosystem, and is being read as a significant corporate commitment to Egypt's technology sector.

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    Egypt PM and central bank governor meet on financial stability●PM Madbouly, CBE governor discuss measures to strengthen financial, monetary stability✉newsBusinessBanking46 min ago

    Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with the governor of the Central Bank of Egypt to discuss measures aimed at strengthening the country's financial and monetary stability. The talks come as Egypt works to shore up its economy, manage inflation and currency pressures, and maintain confidence in its banking sector amid ongoing economic reforms.

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    Egypt's El-Sisi meets Orange CEO on training and startup support▼El-Sisi meets Orange CEO; Group unveils 200,000 training grants, €25M startup support✉newsBusinessStartups3 h ago

    Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the CEO of French telecom group Orange, during which the company announced plans to provide 200,000 training grants and €25 million in support for startups in Egypt. The announcements point to expanded French-Egyptian cooperation in digital skills and entrepreneurship, with the grants aimed at boosting youth employment and the funding supporting the country's growing tech ecosystem.

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    Mohamed Salah dropped from Egypt squad with odd reason given●Mohamed Salah dropped for Egypt clash as bizarre reason is given for axing✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's side for their upcoming clash, with the club citing an unusual explanation for the decision. The Liverpool forward's absence from the national team line-up has raised eyebrows, given his standing as Egypt's captain and star player. Reports say the stated reason behind the axing has struck many as strange, and fans are questioning what really sits behind the call.

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    Mohamed Salah left out of Egypt squad over artificial turf fears▼Mohamed Salah left out of Egypt squad for South Sudan clash due to artificial turf fears✉newsWarSudan2 h ago

    Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's squad for their clash against South Sudan, with reports citing concerns over the artificial turf at the venue as the reason. The Liverpool forward's absence is a significant blow for Egypt, and the decision has drawn attention to pitch conditions in international fixtures across the region.

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    Life-Size Petroglyph in Sudan May Depict Ancient Nubian King▼Rare Life-Size Petroglyph in Sudan May Reveal an Ancient Nubian King✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    A rare life-size petroglyph discovered in Sudan may depict an ancient Nubian king, according to reports. The carved figure, found among Sudan's rich archaeological landscape, could offer new insight into the rulers of Nubia, a civilisation closely intertwined with ancient Egypt. Archaeologists and history enthusiasts are discussing what the image might reveal about Nubian royal iconography and identity.

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    Security delays prolong photojournalist Hamdy El-Zaeem's decade-long ordeal●Security delays extend photojournalist Hamdy El-Zaeem’s decade-long ordeal✉newsWorldHuman Rights1 h ago

    Egyptian photojournalist Hamdy El-Zaeem remains caught in a drawn-out legal ordeal, as repeated security-related delays extend his case into a second decade. The measure, a common practice in cases involving journalists in Egypt, keeps him in legal limbo without resolution, drawing attention from press freedom advocates who view it as part of a wider pattern of restrictions on media workers.

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    Second Egypt player leaves national team camp after Salah▼An Egypt player joins Salah in leaving the camp✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    Another Egypt player has left the national team camp, following Mohamed Salah out of the squad. Salah departed earlier after picking up a hamstring injury at the Africa Cup of Nations, and the latest departure raises fresh concerns about the depth of Egypt's squad as the tournament continues. The identity of the player and the reason for the exit were not given in the report.

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    Egypt central bank cuts inflation forecasts, holds rates steady●CBE lowers inflation forecasts, keeps key rates unchanged✉newsBusinessBanking11 h ago

    Egypt's Central Bank (CBE) has lowered its inflation forecasts while keeping its key interest rates unchanged. The decision suggests policymakers see price pressures easing enough to avoid further tightening, even as they hold borrowing costs steady. Observers will be watching whether the more optimistic inflation outlook opens the door to rate cuts later this year.

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    The National Bank of Egypt is set to take over Banque Misr's branch operations in the United Arab Emirates. The deal, announced in Egyptian financial press, would see one of the country's largest state-owned banks absorb its fellow state lender's Emirates footprint. Details on the transaction's value and timeline have not yet been disclosed.

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    Egypt to rest Salah in South Sudan AFCON qualifier●Egypt to rest Salah in South Sudan AFCON qualifier over pitch concerns✉newsWarSudan6 h ago

    Egypt plan to leave Mohamed Salah out of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Sudan, citing concerns over the state of the pitch. The decision reflects caution over the Liverpool forward's fitness on a surface deemed risky, with Egypt already in a strong qualifying position and eager to avoid injury to their star player.

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    Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's squad for their upcoming match against South Sudan. The decision removes the Liverpool forward from national team duty for the fixture, and fans are discussing the reasons behind the omission and what it means for Egypt's chances. No official explanation for his absence has been confirmed.

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    Egypt backs Trump's Gaza plan amid Mediterranean war drill with France, Italy and Greece●Africa’s most powerful military and Middle East’s strongest back Trump’s Gaza plan after Egypt joins France, Italy and Greece for major Mediterranean war drill✉newsWorldDefense11 h ago

    Egypt has endorsed Donald Trump's Gaza plan, with its military — widely ranked as Africa's most powerful — also joining France, Italy and Greece for a major Mediterranean naval exercise. The endorsement adds a key Arab state to supporters of the proposal, and the joint drill with European navies signals deepening security coordination around the eastern Mediterranean at a sensitive moment for Gaza diplomacy.

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    Egypt leave Mohamed Salah out of South Sudan match over artificial pitch▼Mohamed Salah: Egypt leave forward out of South Sudan game over artificial pitch✉newsWarSudan7 h ago

    Egypt have left forward Mohamed Salah out of their match against South Sudan because of the artificial playing surface at the venue. The decision protects the Liverpool star, who has a history of muscle problems, from unnecessary injury risk on turf. The fixture remains significant for Egypt's qualifying campaign, and fans are debating whether resting the captain is the right call.

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    Israel and its neighbours after the October elections▼Israel and the near abroad after October elections✉newsWarMiddle East10 h ago

    Attention is turning to how Israel's October elections could reshape its relationships across the Middle East. Observers are weighing what the vote means for border security, ties with Jordan and Egypt, and diplomacy with Gulf states. Commentators in regional outlets suggest the outcome could shift both peace agreements and regional alignments in the months ahead.

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    Salah rested by Egypt for AFCON qualifier over artificial pitch▼Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt’s AFCON qualifier due to artificial pitch - The Athletic✉newsWarSudan7 h ago

    Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's starting line-up for their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with The Athletic reporting the decision was made because of the artificial pitch at the venue. Managers often protect star players from playing on synthetic surfaces over injury concerns. Egypt will hope to secure qualification without their captain, and fans are debating whether the caution is justified.

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    Hossam Hassan picks Salah's replacement for Egypt▼Hossam Hassan chooses Salah's replacement✉newsWarSudan2 h ago

    Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has decided who will replace Mohamed Salah in his squad, according to Goal.com. The report names the player chosen to fill the gap left by the Liverpool forward. The exact reasons for Salah's absence and the identity of the chosen replacement are not detailed in the available report, and reaction from fans is not yet reflected in the coverage.

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    Egypt's Pharaohs arrive in Juba for South Sudan qualifier●Pharaohs land in Juba ahead of S. Sudan match✉newsWarSudan58 min ago

    Egypt's national football team, the Pharaohs, has landed in Juba ahead of their match against South Sudan. The arrival marks the latest step in Egypt's qualifying campaign, with fans and local media watching closely how the team prepares for the away fixture in the South Sudanese capital.

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    Egypt's real estate market moves to diversified financing, says Savills●Egypt’s real estate market shifts towards more diversified financing model: Savills Egypt✉newsBusinessReal Estate48 min ago

    Savills Egypt reports that the country's real estate market is shifting towards a more diversified financing model, moving away from traditional funding approaches. The consultancy's assessment points to a broader range of financing sources being used across Egyptian property development. The observation comes amid wider attention to how Egypt funds its large real estate and construction sector.

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    Egyptian Health Startup Anees Health Raises Seed Funding▼Egyptian Healthcare Startup Anees Health Raises Seed Funding To Expand Care✉newsBusinessStartups50 min ago

    Anees Health, an Egyptian healthcare startup, has raised seed funding to support its expansion of care services. The company is part of a growing wave of health-tech ventures in Egypt and North Africa attracting early-stage investment. The funding round is expected to help the startup broaden access to healthcare for patients across the region.

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    Egypt banks post EGP 373bn net profit in first half of 2026▼Banks operating in Egypt post EGP 373.133bn net profit in H1 2026: CBE✉newsBusinessBanking10 h ago

    Banks operating in Egypt recorded net profits of EGP 373.133 billion in the first half of 2026, according to the Central Bank of Egypt. The figures highlight the sector's continued strong earnings, and business outlets are reporting the numbers as a sign of robust banking performance amid Egypt's ongoing economic adjustments.

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    Mohamed Salah will not feature in Egypt's match against South Sudan, with reports citing concerns over the artificial pitch as the reason for his absence. The decision means Egypt will be without their star forward for the fixture, prompting discussion among fans about player safety on artificial surfaces and how his absence could affect the team's performance in the qualifier.

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    Egypt rest Mohamed Salah for AFCON qualifier over artificial pitch▼Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt’s AFCON qualifier due to artificial pitch✉newsWarSudan10 h ago

    Mohamed Salah has been left out of Egypt's line-up for their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with the artificial playing surface cited as the reason. The decision reflects ongoing caution from clubs and national teams over player workload and injury risk on synthetic pitches. It leaves Egypt without their star forward for an important qualifier, prompting debate among fans about squad rotation and pitch safety.

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    An ancient Egyptian fortress is offering new insight into military life during the New Kingdom period. Findings from the site shed light on how soldiers lived and how Egypt organized its defenses at the height of its imperial power. The discovery is drawing attention from archaeology enthusiasts and historians interested in Egypt's military history.

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    Mohamed Salah to miss Egypt's clash with South Sudan●Egyptian star Mohamed Salah to miss South Sudan clash over artificial pitch✉newsWarSudan11 h ago

    Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will not play in Egypt's Africa qualifying match against South Sudan, with the artificial surface at the venue cited as the reason. Egypt will therefore face South Sudan without their biggest star as they continue their qualifying campaign.

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    Hossam Hassan under pressure ahead of South Sudan match●Hossam Hassan faces the spectre of dismissal against South Sudan✉newsWarSudan11 h ago

    Egypt coach Hossam Hassan is facing growing calls for his dismissal, with his future said to hinge on the upcoming match against South Sudan. Reports suggest a poor result could cost him the job. Fans and pundits are debating whether he should stay on as national team manager.