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Learn about the first whole genome from Ancient Egypt, which has shed light on the life and ancestry of a potter who lived during a period of great change.

Syrian forces will return to Suwayda after clashes between Druze militias and Bedouin clans. A ceasefire was mediated by the US, Turkey and Arab nations.

The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) has released its latest report on the top-performing tourism destinations for the first quarter of 2025. Egypt secured the 10th position worldwide, boasting a 21 percent increase in tourist arrivals compared to 2024, outperforming countries like Lithuania, Palau, and South Korea. Morocco landed in ninth place with … The post Egypt ranks 10th globally in Q1 2025 tourism growth appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa accused Israel of trying to fracture Syria and promised to protect its Druze minority on Thursday after US intervention to help achieve a truce in fighting between government forces and Druze fighters.

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said many international institutions have praised Egypt’s economic resilience, noting that recent regional tensions, including the Israel-Iran conflict, caused only temporary effects. He added that Egypt’s commitment to a flexible exchange rate has improved investor confidence. Following a cabinet meeting in New Alamein, Madbouly said that global interest in building factories … The post PM Confirms Growing Gobal Confidence in Egypt’s Economy appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Cairo University Geology and Water Resources Professor Abbas Sharaqi stated that there are three possibilities for Nile water to begin flowing towards Sudan and Egypt soon, following Ethiopia’s closure of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam’s (GERD) gates. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Sharaqi explained that Ethiopia has opened the gates of the Tekeze Dam … The post Three scenarios for Nile water flowing to Egypt soon amid Ethiopian Dam operations: Water expert appeared first on Egypt Independent.

An Egyptian source says Israel's plan to establish a “humanitarian city” in Rafah is likely to fail due to political and logistical obstacles.

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has launched a comprehensive digital marketing campaign aimed at attracting visitors from across the Arab world, under the new slogan “Egypt… Unparalleled Diversity.” Running through June 2026, the campaign is being rolled out in collaboration with WEGO, the Middle East’s leading online travel marketplace. The initiative seeks to generate […] The post Egypt launches major tourism campaign targeting Arab market appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

The UAE has announced it will launch the largest water supply project from Egypt’s Rafah border to the Gaza Strip, coming as part of its ‘’Operation Chivalrous Knight III’ to provide urgent aid to Gaza, according to a press release. It is slated to provide up to 15 liters of desalinated water per person daily, … The post UAE launches largest water supply project from Egypt to southern Gaza appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Cairo warns 'all options are under consideration' - including non-diplomatic measures - following Israel plan, warning it violates the peace treaty’s security agreements and risks triggering a mass exodus toward its border

Cairo, SAN – Egypt condemned repeated Israeli attacks on Syrian and Lebanese territories, which constitute a blatant violation against the sovereignty of the two brotherly Arab countries and a breach of international law and relevant UN resolutions. Egyptian Foreign Affairs Ministry stated in a statement published on its website that these repeated Israeli violations are …

Jordan detains 11 people in a probe of the banned Muslim Brotherhood's illicit financial network.

Damascus, SANA-The General Authority for Land and Sea Ports issued a decision banning the entry of trucks coming from Egypt and Saudi Arabia into Syrian territory starting from July 20, 2025. The decision which “banns trucks coming from Egypt and Saudi Arabia are prohibited from entering Syrian territory” will go into effect on 20 July …

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Sen. Ted Cruz introduces a bill to designate the Muslim Brotherhood a Foreign Terrorist Organization. The new legislation targets violent affiliates to overcome past failures and cripple the global group.

Syrian forces are advancing on Sweida amid deadly Druze-Bedouin clashes, which have resulted in 99 deaths. Local leaders seek a truce as residents fear for their safety, highlighting instability post-Assad.

Fighting between the Druze population in Syria’s Suwayda Governorate and local Bedouin tribes continues to escalate after breaking out Sunday in the Suwayda neighborhood of Maqus. The most recent figures suggest at least 89 people have been killed in the fighting as of Monday, and around 200 others wounded. Though the fighting was confined to […]

According to the Russian basketball federation’s press office, the country’s national team is set to welcome Iran on its home court in late July and then travel for an away match against Egypt in August

The violence underscores the government’s challenge to assert nationwide control as ethnic and religious tensions simmer after the end of the civil war.

The object, believed to belong to a member of ancient Egypt’s elite, had been held at the Brussels Royal Museum since its seizure in 2015 Read Full Article at RT.com

The unrest began with a series of tit-for-tat kidnappings between members of the Druze religious minority and Sunni Bedouin clans.

Druze militiamen and Bedouin tribal fighters clash despite government efforts to restore calm; violence highlights ongoing instability in southern Syria, compounded by weak state control

Violence erupted after a wave of kidnappings, including the abduction of a Druze merchant on Friday on the highway linking Damascus to Sweida

Deadly clashes between Bedouin and Druze factions in Syria's Sweida kill 37, including children. Authorities send forces to de-escalate as local leaders call for calm amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

At least 18 people were killed and 40 wounded in clashes between Druze and Bedouins in Syria’s southern As-Suwayda province, as local tensions reignited; shelling, kidnappings and mediation efforts followed a violent weekend escalation

Egyptian official expresses strong opposition to Israel’s military redeployment plan in Gaza, claiming significant threat to Egypt’s security and warning it may endanger peace agreement.

Life has returned to the mountain valleys of Saint Catherine in South Sinai a nearly ten year closure. The Governor of South Sinai, Khaled Mubarak, in cooperation with the relevant authorities, has approved the opening of all the city’s valleys to tourism from both Egyptians and foreigners. These include safaris, camping, and religious spiritualism tours … The post Saint Catherine sees new life after opening its mountain valleys to safari tourism appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Newfound rock art from ancient Egypt may shed light on the time just before the first dynasty.

Upon his arrival at Cairo International Airport on Wednesday, Chinese Premier Li Qiang recalled the enduring legacy of the ancient Silk Road, a centuries-old link that laid the groundwork for close trade and cultural exchanges between China and Egypt. That connection now thrives as China recreates the network through its ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, attracting billions into Egypt’s infrastructure and various sectors. Chinese companies in Egypt have notably built Africa’s tallest...

In a move to adjust pricing policies, the Board of Directors of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA) decided in its June 30 meeting to revoke a previous resolution from September 28, 2002, which had mandated an equal entry fees for Arab tourists and local citizens to Egypt’s archaeological sites and museums. Starting January 1, … The post Arab visitors to pay foreigner rates at Egypt’s archaeological sites and museums starting 2026 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty warned that continued Israeli attacks in Gaza and the West Bank threaten regional stability and the future of the Middle East. During a meeting with Jason Isaacson, Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer at the American Jewish Committee (AJC) on Wednesday July 9, 2025, Abdelatty … The post Egypt FM Warns of Regional Risks from Israeli attacks appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Rock art may have been a way for elite individuals to show off their power.

A rock art panel near Aswan, Egypt, may depict a rare example of an elite individual from the First Dynasty, shedding light on the formation of the ancient Egyptian state.

Egyptian-born dancer Linda Martino faces jail time in Cairo after authorities claimed her revealing clothing and provocative performances violated social values and incited vice.

Consumer finance firm Contact Creditech is joining forces with payment gateway #Kashier to enable Kashier's customers in Egypt to use #BNPL. The post Kashier Integrates BNPL Capabilities From Contact Creditech for Egyptian Consumers appeared first on The Fintech Times.

The Leni and Peter W. May Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has implemented the American Orthopaedic Association's Own the Bone® program, joining more than 300 health care institutions nationwide to help better identify, evaluate, and treat patients who experience an osteoporosis- or low bone density-related fractures.

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) announced on Tuesday that the Cairo telecommunications building’s fire has been brought under control – an incident that tragically resulted in four deaths and 22 injuries. Egypt’s Minister of Communications, Amr Talaat, stated that all telecommunication services are gradually returning and assured that within 24 hours, all services, including … The post Four dead, 22 injured in fire at Cairo’s Ramses telecommunications building appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) announced on Tuesday that the Cairo telecommunications building’s fire has been brought under control – an incident that tragically resulted in four deaths and 14 injuries. Egypt’s Minister of Communications, Amr Talaat, stated that all telecommunication services are gradually returning and assured that within 24 hours, all services, including … The post Four dead, 14 injured in fire at Cairo’s Ramses telecommunications building appeared first on Egypt Independent.

arXiv:2507.03727v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: We study solutions to the Egyptian fractions equation with the prime factors of the denominators constrained to lie in a fixed set of primes. We evaluate the effectiveness of the greedy algorithm in establishing bounds on such solutions. Additionally, we present improved algorithms for generating low-rank solutions and solutions restricted to specific prime sets. Computational results obtained using these algorithms are provided, alongside a discussion on their performance.

arXiv:2507.04569v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: We introduce Nile-Chat-4B, 3x4B-A6B, and 12B, a collection of LLMs for Egyptian dialect, uniquely designed to understand and generate texts written in both Arabic and Latin scripts. Specifically, with Nile-Chat-3x4B-A6B, we introduce a novel language adaptation approach by leveraging the Branch-Train-MiX strategy to merge script-specialized experts, into a single MoE model. Our Nile-Chat models significantly outperform leading multilingual and Arabic LLMs, such as LLaMa, Jais, and ALLaM, on our newly introduced Egyptian evaluation benchmarks, which span both understanding and generative tasks. Notably, our 12B model yields a 14.4% performance gain over Qwen2.5-14B-Instruct on Latin-script benchmarks. All our resources are publicly available. We believe this work presents a comprehensive methodology for adapting LLMs to dual-script languages, addressing an often overlooked aspect in modern LLM development.

Egyptian sources view the establishment of the humanitarian city as a potential threat to Egypt’s national security and a possible base for hostile activities.

Miguel Cairo's appointment as interim manager of the Washington Nationals highlights his journey from versatile player to trusted coach. Discover how his bilingual leadership and steady guidance could be key in revitalising the Nationals during their rebuild.

Revoking the Foreign Terrorist Organization Designation of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham  U.S. Department of State (.gov)Trump admin to revoke foreign terrorist organization designation for group led by Syria’s interim president  CNNU.S. ending terrorist designation for Syrian rebel group whose leader now runs Syria  CBS NewsUS to remove Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from list of foreign terrorist groups  BBCUS to revoke terrorist designation on Syrian group HTS  Politico

Revoking the Foreign Terrorist Organization Designation of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham  U.S. Department of State (.gov)Trump admin to revoke foreign terrorist organization designation for group led by Syria’s interim president  CNNU.S. ending terrorist designation for Syrian rebel group whose leader now runs Syria  CBS NewsUS to remove Syria's Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from list of foreign terrorist groups  BBCUS to revoke terrorist designation on Syrian group HTS  Politico

The revocation goes into effect upon publication, with the publication date being July 8

A major fire erupted at a key telecommunications hub in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, the governorate said in a statement, causing significant phone and internet disruption.

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There are also concerns that the tunnels could be used to smuggle terrorists into Gaza. The Egyptians chose to ignore the smuggling as long as the weapons were making their way into the Gaza Strip and not staying in Egyptian territory. After all, these

As a teenager, Eid Mertah would pore over books about King Tutankhamun, tracing hieroglyphs and dreaming of holding the boy pharaoh's golden mask in his hands.

As Egypt and Korea mark the 30th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, a moment of cultural and artistic significance is unfolding in Seoul. The solo exhibition "From Nile to Han," by renowned Egyptian conceptual artist Dina Fahmy El Rouby, currently on view at the Egyptian Embassy, serves as a powerful tribute to the enduring friendship and shared human values between these two ancient civilizations. Over nearly five millennia, Egypt developed a distinctive civilization shaped by its geography, natural resources and enduring relationship with the Nile River. Similarly, the Han River played a vital role in Korea’s early development, serving as a key trade route and supporting the growth of early settlements. Control of these rivers was crucial to the rise and fall of kingdoms — particularly during Korea’s Three Kingdoms period. Held under the auspices of Ambassador Khaled Abdel Rahman, this landmark exhibition not only commemorates decades of diplomatic exchange but also

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By Mohamed Attia In a joint effort to bolster public health measures and ensure the well-being of all travelers Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh el-Hefny and Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar recently conducted an inspection tour of the quarantine clinics at Cairo International Airport.  The visit underscored the Ministry of Civil Aviation’s […] The post Ministerial tour highlights enhanced health measures at Cairo Airport appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Ethiopia has said Africa’s largest hydropower dam is complete and will be inaugurated in September Read Full Article at RT.com

In 2024, nearly 2 mln Russian tourists visited the United Arab Emirates, while 1.48 ln traveled to Egypt

EgyptAir announced on Thursday, the cancellation of its flight scheduled for Friday, from Cairo to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. This decision comes at the request of the French Civil Aviation Authority. In a statement, EgyptAir clarified that the French Civil Aviation Authority requested airlines to cancel flights to and from Charles de Gaulle … The post EgyptAir cancels Friday flight to Paris at French authority’s request appeared first on Egypt Independent.

A devastating car accident occurred on Thursday, on the Al-Alamein Road leading to the North Coast in Alexandria Governorate, northern Egypt. The collision, involving a private family car and another passenger vehicle, resulted in the death of an entire Egyptian family. Preliminary investigations suggest excessive speed and loss of control were the causes. Egyptian security … The post Entire Egyptian family killed in horrific Al-Alamein Road crash appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Forty years after the first effort to extract mummy DNA, researchers have finally generated a full genome sequence from an ancient Egyptian, who lived when the earliest pyramids were built

The genome of a man who lived in Egypt over 4500 years ago offers a new window on the ancient society and hints at connections with Mesopotamia

The individual lived 4,500 years ago, and his genome is offering new insights into ancient Egyptians and the lives they led.

In a first, researchers have sequenced the complete genome of a man from ancient Egypt, and the results reveal that he had genetic ties with Mesopotamian DNA.

Researchers from the Francis Crick Institute and Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) have extracted and sequenced the oldest Egyptian DNA to date from an individual who lived around 4,500 to 4,800 years ago, the age of the first pyramids, in research published in Nature.

Cairo, SANA – A delegation from the Syrian General Authority for Land and Sea Ports, headed by Mazen Alloush, Director of Local and International Relations, participated in the 44th meeting of the Arab Customs Union Committee, held on Wednesday, at the headquarters of the League of Arab States in Cairo. The customs delegations from various …

The incident occurred on Tuesday off Ras Ghareb, a key oil site on the African side of the Red Sea, as the ship was being towed for excavation work, authorities said.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, discussed with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand ways of enhancing cooperation and economic relations between Egypt and Canada. During a phone call, Abdelatty congratulated Anand on her appointment as a foreign minister, according to Foreign Ministry Spokesman Tamim Khallaf. Abdelatty … The post Egyptian, Canadian FMs discuss promoting cooperation, economic relations appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The incident reportedly killed four crew members, while six remain missing Read Full Article at RT.com

IDF troops confiscate 24 weapons brought into Israel via drone and vehicle near the Egyptian border.

Cairo, SANA – Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aati and his Omani counterpart Badr Al Busaidi affirmed their countries’ support for Syria’s unity and territorial integrity, in a way that preserves Syroia’s stability and sovereignty, and their rejection of foreign interference in its internal affairs. During a joint press conference in Cairo on Tuesday Abdel …

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"In coordination with the US, Egypt and Qatar are making serious efforts to revive the ceasefire," Badr Abdelatty said

CAIRO, June 29 (MENA) – Egypt has strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack that targeted a military convoy in northwestern Pakistan on Saturday, leaving several people dead and injured. The Foreign Ministry, in a statement issued in Sunday, affirmed Egypt’s firm rejection of all forms of violence, extremism and terrorism. Egypt expressed full solidarity with … The post Egypt condemns terrorist attack in northwestern Pakistan appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty warned that water scarcity is the primary existential threat to Egypt, during an interview with with TV host Lamis al-Hadidi on Monday. Abdelatty affirmed that Egypt reserves the right to defend itself and its water interests if it is subjected to any threat. The minister assured that Egypt will not allow, … The post Egypt reserves the right to defend its water interests, FM appeared first on Egypt Independent.

An Egyptian traveller was deported from the US shortly after kicking a sniffer dog so hard it was sent airborne at Washington Dulles International Airport.

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty announces that Egypt is working to secure an agreement that includes a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza. He accuses Israel of violating the previous agreement and warns that renewed fighting would become a source of regional instability.

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A coming Hong Kong Palace Museum exhibition displaying Egyptian relics, including a Tutankhamen statue and feline mummies, is just the beginning of plans for further collaborations and events, the custodian of the African nation’s treasures has said. Dr Mohamed Ismail Khaled, secretary general of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities, also told the Post that it would not rule out displaying other notable artefacts and mummies in Hong Kong. The council and the museum, located in the West Kowloon...

She was one of ancient Egypt's most successful rulers, a rare female pharaoh who preceded Cleopatra by 1,500 years, but Queen Hatshepsut's legacy was systematically erased by her stepson successor after her death.

Member of the Egyptian Tourism Federation (ETF) Hossam Hazaa asserted that the recent surge in tourism to Egypt is largely due to ongoing efforts in international tourism marketing, particularly through participation in global exhibitions.  Despite the difficult circumstances in the region, including conflicts between Iran and Israel, Egypt continues to stand out as a safe […] The post Tourism thrives in Egypt amid regional conflicts appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Secretary-General of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities Mohamed Ismail Khaled and Director of the Hong Kong Palace Museum Louis Ng signed a cooperation agreement to organize a major temporary exhibition titled “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums”. The exhibition is scheduled to be held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum from November 18, 2025, … The post Egypt, HK Palace Museum to co-host exhibition on ancient Egyptian civilization appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) warned of rising temperatures expected over the next 72 hours. The EMA explained that the country is currently being impacted by Indian monsoon depression, which it said is the main cause behind the high humidity during most summer days in Egypt, the Gulf states, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Levant. … The post Heatwave strikes Egypt on Saturday as Indian monsoon depression arrives appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egypt’s national flag carrier, EgyptAir, has announced the resumption of its direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Beirut, Lebanon. The airline will operate one daily flight, numbered MS709/MS710, with plans to increase frequencies based on demand. The company affirmed that this decision comes in light of the improved stability of air navigation in the … The post EgyptAir resumes direct flights to Beirut and Amman amid regional stability appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Excavations in Egypt's Nile Delta have revealed ancient Egyptian multistory "tower" houses, a ceremonial building dedicated to the goddess Wadjet, a granary and several stunning artifacts.

Russian oil giant Lukoil has signed an exploration and production deal with Egypt, expanding its footprint in North Africa’s energy sector Read Full Article at RT.com

The Hong Kong Palace Museum has signed a historic agreement with Egypt’s custodian of its heritage to host the city’s largest and longest-running exhibition of artefacts from the African nation, with 250 exhibits on display this November. The exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” will run for nine months starting from November 20 at the museum in West Kowloon Cultural District. It will feature items such as a more than 2.8-metre (9.2-foot) tall statue of Pharaoh...

Parse Biosciences today announced their commitment to support researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in generating one of the largest single cell datasets focused on understanding alternative splicing events in the cells of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's patients.

Three people, including a child, died today, and two others were injured in a horrific collision on the old Eastern Desert Road in Upper Egypt. The accident occurred in front of Bani Khalid village, which is part of Samalut in Minya. Ambulances and police quickly responded to the scene. Investigations revealed a collision between a … The post Three killed, including child, in deadly Upper Egypt crash appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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EgyptAir announced it would resume flights to Gulf countries – which had been temporarily impacted by recent regional events – with the gradual reopening of several airspaces according to a revised and constantly updating schedule. The company said in an official statement that, “In light of the current developments and events in the region, EgyptAir … The post EgyptAir resumes flights to Gulf countries appeared first on Egypt Independent.

CAIRO, June 23 (MENA) – Egypt condemned the bombing that targeted Mar Elias Church in Damascus and resulted in a number of innocent casualties and injuries. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Monday, Egypt extended its sincere condolences to the brotherly Syrian people and to the families … The post Egypt condemns terrorist attack targeting Mar Elias Church in Damascus appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Efforts resume to renew talks for ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with coordination from Qatar and new proposals expected in the coming days.