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usatoday.comworld2 days agoUpdated
Turkey and Egypt Deny Docking to Scarlet Lady Cruise Ship Carrying Nearly 2,000 Passengers
The Virgin Voyages vessel carrying nearly 2,000 passengers was refused docking first in Turkey and then in Egypt during a chartered 10-day cruise. The ship was rerouted to Crete and Montenegro after the second denial.
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jpost.comworld3 days ago
Byzantine-Era Mudbrick City Found in Egypt's Dakhla Oasis
Archaeologists uncovered a mudbrick settlement from the Byzantine period in Egypt's western desert. The site includes homes, a basilica, watchtowers, inscriptions, and gold coins from Emperor Constantius II's reign.
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focustaiwan.twsports3 days ago
Egypt's National Team Returns Home After Best World Cup Run
Hundreds of fans greeted Egypt's national football team at El-Alamein airport on Friday after the side's first World Cup win and first last-16 appearance. The team lost 3-2 to Argentina in the knockout stage after leading 2-0 late in the match.
ndtv.comworld4 days ago
Egyptian Court to Rule on Appeal of Writer Ahmed Douma's One-Year Sentence
The Committee to Protect Journalists and partner organizations urged Egyptian authorities on 9 July 2026 to free political writer Ahmed Douma immediately and unconditionally. Douma was sentenced to one year in prison in June on charges tied to his social media posts and an articl…
zeenews.india.comsports4 days ago
Israeli Strike Kills Egyptian Aid Worker Who Organized World Cup Screenings in Gaza
An Israeli air strike killed a senior Palestinian staff member of Egypt's main aid organization in Gaza City on Tuesday. The worker had set up public screenings of World Cup matches for displaced residents. Israel said it targeted a Hamas militant; no group claimed any of the dea…
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worldsoccertalk.comsports5 days agoUpdated
Egypt Files FIFA Complaint After 3-2 World Cup Loss; FIFA Defends Officials
The Egyptian Football Association accused match officials of bias and improper VAR use following a round-of-16 defeat. FIFA's chief of refereeing defended the decisions and rejected the allegations.
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news.sky.comworld6 days ago
Egyptian Prisoner on Death Row for 2014 Murder Remains in Medical Facility Without Surgery
AllAfrica reported that Ahmed al-Waleed al-Shal remains in a prison medical facility without surgery after imaging showed a brain mass that doubled in size. Human Rights Watch urged immediate care and release on medical grounds.
abcnews.go.comsports6 days ago
Egypt Accuses FIFA of Bias After Loss to Argentina in World Cup Round of 16
Egyptian players and the coach said the officiating favored Argentina in a 3-2 defeat on July 7. A video assistant referee overturned an Egyptian goal in the 58th minute, and Argentina scored three late goals to advance.
sbs.com.ausports5 days agoUpdated
Argentina Defeats Egypt 3-2 After Trailing by Two Goals
Lionel Messi scored the equalizer in a 3-2 comeback victory for Argentina over Egypt on July 8. Switzerland advanced past Colombia on penalties in the other round-of-16 match.
yahoo.compolitics7 days ago
Egypt Opens New Defense Headquarters 39 Times Larger Than Pentagon
Egypt opened a 35-square-mile military and state command complex east of Cairo on Sunday. The facility houses ten buildings and support infrastructure for the Ministry of Defense and other agencies.
en.globes.co.ilworld7 days ago
Egypt Opens New Ministry of Defense Headquarters After Nine Years
@MarioNawfal reported that Egypt completed and opened its new Ministry of Defense headquarters, known as the Octagon, this month. Construction lasted more than nine years. The project produced a large central facility for the ministry.
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science8 days agoUpdated
Egypt Announces Byzantine City and Ancient Tombs in Western Desert
Egypt unveiled a fourth-century Byzantine residential settlement at Dakhla Oasis and 18 additional tombs at Marina el-Alamein. The finds add detail on daily life and funerary practices while supporting the country's tourism recovery.
abcnews.go.comworld9 days ago
Israeli Drone Strike Kills Palestinian in Jabalia Refugee Camp
@AJEnglish reported an Israeli drone attack killed one Palestinian near the Abu Sharikh roundabout in Jabalia. Separate strikes hit southern Lebanon towns while regional leaders issued statements on ceasefires and aid.
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world9 days ago
Egypt Announces Byzantine City and Greco-Roman Tombs at Two Sites
Egyptian authorities reported a fourth-century residential settlement at Dakhla Oasis and 18 additional tombs at the Marina el-Alamein site. The finds add to a total of 48 tombs documented at the coastal location.
science9 days ago
Egypt Reports Fourth-Century Byzantine Settlement Found at Dakhla Oasis and 18 Tombs at Marina el-Alamein
Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities announced on July 4, 2026, the uncovering of a fourth-century residential settlement in the western desert and 18 additional tombs at Marina el-Alamein. The sites yielded coins, ostraca, household tools, and burial artifacts that detail…
world9 days ago
Egypt Announces Two Archaeological Finds in Western Desert and Near Alexandria
Egyptian officials reported the discovery of a fourth-century Byzantine residential settlement at the Dakhla Oasis and 18 additional tombs at the Marina el-Alamein site. The finds add to a total of 48 tombs documented at the coastal location.
abcnews.go.comsports10 days ago
Australia Loses World Cup Match to Egypt on Penalties
Egypt defeated Australia in a World Cup knockout match decided by penalties on Saturday morning. The result ended Australia's tournament and marked Egypt's first World Cup knockout victory.
sports10 days agoUpdated
Egypt Advances to World Cup Round of 16 After Beating Australia on Penalties
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw through extra time in Dallas. The result marks Egypt's first World Cup knockout-stage win and sends the team into the round of 16.
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news.google.comworld12 days ago
Syria and Egypt join Turkey's military exercise for first time
Agnes Helou attended the EFES 2026 multinational exercise in Turkey. The event marked the first participation by forces from Syria and Egypt. Day and nighttime drills were held during the exercise.
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sbs.com.ausports13 days ago
Australia prepares for possible penalty shootout against Egypt
The Australian national soccer team faces Egypt in a World Cup round-of-32 match that could extend to penalties. Team members stated they have begun preparations but declined to disclose specific strategies.
cnbc.comfinance15 days ago
Egypt Signs EU Deal for Up to $788 Million to Upgrade Electricity Grid
Egypt signed a financing agreement with the European Union in June for transmission network expansion. The package supports integration of 22 gigawatts of renewable capacity by the end of the decade. Additional private renewable projects and earlier deals advance the country's ta…
rnz.co.nzsports17 days ago
Egypt Advances to World Cup Round of 32 After 1-1 Draw With Iran
Egypt reached the knockout stage for the first time with a 1-1 draw against Iran on June 26 in Seattle. Iran must wait to learn its fate while Egypt faces Australia next.
ecns.cnworld18 days ago
Egyptian Archaeologists Uncover Greco-Roman Cemetery Remains in Beheira Province
Archaeologists found human burials and artifacts at the Tell Kom Aziza site in northern Egypt. The cemetery dates from 332 B.C. to 395 A.D. and shows varied funerary practices across centuries. Excavation work continues at the location.
manilatimes.netfinance27 days ago
Egypt Pays $6.1 Billion Debt to Foreign Oil Firms While Floating Currency and Cutting State Energy Stakes
Petroleum Minister Karim Badawi announced full repayment of arrears to international companies. The move clears the path for expanded investment by Shell, Chevron, Eni, and BP.
thehindu.comsports28 days ago
Egypt Leads Belgium but Settles for 1-1 Draw in 2026 World Cup Opener
Egypt took the lead before settling for a draw against Belgium on Monday. The result lifted spirits in Cairo as fans expressed renewed hope for a first World Cup win.
al-monitor.comworld39 days ago
Archaeologists in Egypt uncover artifacts spanning Egyptian, Greek, and Roman eras
A team of archaeologists working in Egypt has found a collection of ancient objects that includes items from multiple historical periods along with a marble head of Aphrodite and a Roman basilica. The discovery also includes a near-complete funerary set.
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newser.comworld42 days ago
Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Artifacts in Egypt
Archaeologists have discovered Pharaonic funerary furniture, remains of a Roman basilica, and a marble head of Aphrodite during excavations in Egypt. The finds include items from multiple historical periods.
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance43 days ago
Israel Cuts Natural Gas Exports to Egypt by 23 Percent for Maintenance
Israel reduced daily natural gas exports to Egypt to 850 million cubic feet, a 23 percent drop, because of scheduled work at two offshore fields. The maintenance is expected to last less than one week.
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dohanews.coworld44 days ago
Egyptian Column Urges Communication Training for Officials
An Egyptian newspaper column argues that communication skills should become a formal requirement for senior government posts. The piece cites research and historical examples to support its position.
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Al Jazeerapolitics45 days ago
Egypt Mediates Between Israel and Hamas as Gaza Ceasefire Faces Collapse
Egypt has invited Hamas negotiators for urgent talks and warned Israel against expanding its control in Gaza. The moves follow recent Israeli attacks and statements that threaten the October 2025 ceasefire.
france24.comworld49 days ago
Sudanese Refugees in Cairo Report Hardships and Plan Mediterranean Crossings
An estimated 1.3 million Sudanese refugees live in Cairo after fleeing civil war that began in April 2023. Many describe facing arrests, housing costs, and informal work without legal status. Some say these conditions have prompted plans to attempt sea crossings to Europe.
thesouthafrican.comsports50 days ago
Heavyweight Title Fight Held Near Egyptian Pyramids
A professional boxing match for a heavyweight championship took place this weekend with the Giza pyramids serving as the venue backdrop. The event marked one of the oldest structures in the world hosting a modern sporting contest.
yardbarker.comfinance52 days ago
Usyk Defends WBC Heavyweight Title Against Verhoeven at Pyramids of Giza
Oleksandr Usyk will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Rico Verhoeven on Saturday at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. The main card begins at 1 p.m. ET on DAZN.
The Independentworld53 days ago
Study Identifies Structural Features That Helped Great Pyramid Resist Earthquakes
Researchers recorded vibrations at 37 locations inside and around the Great Pyramid of Giza. The measurements showed a frequency difference between the pyramid and surrounding soil that reduced resonance risk.
citizen.co.zaworld54 days ago
Opinion Piece Calls for Revival of Ben-Gurion Canal Project as Suez Alternative
An opinion article published May 20, 2026, argues that Israel should pursue a shipping canal linking Eilat to the Mediterranean near Ashkelon or Ashdod. The piece presents the project as a potential alternative to the Suez Canal and a driver of economic growth.
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thehindu.comscience55 days ago
Egyptian Health Official Receives Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion
The Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion has been given to an Egyptian health official for contributions to disease elimination and public health programs. The award recognizes work on measles, rubella, malaria, trachoma, and hepatitis B control.
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thehindu.comworld58 days ago
Egyptian Teen Amina Orfi Wins PSA World Squash Title
Amina Orfi defeated Nour El-Sherbini in a five-game final to win the 2026 PSA World Championships in Giza. At 18 years and 10 months, Orfi became the youngest women's champion and the first player to hold both junior and senior titles simultaneously.
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Egypt and Uganda Agree to Expand Nile Water and Security Cooperation
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni in Kampala on Wednesday and agreed to deepen cooperation on Nile water management, aquaculture, trade and regional security. The discussions addressed environmental pressures on the Nile Basin and confl…
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Egypt Restores Two 18th Dynasty Tombs of Amun Temple Door Keepers in Luxor
Egyptian authorities on May 14, 2026, opened the restored tombs of Rabuya and his son Samut in the El-Khokha necropolis on the West Bank of Luxor. The New Kingdom tombs, discovered by chance in 2015, contain detailed scenes of daily life and funerary rituals. Officials also exhib…
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The Guardianpolitics79 days ago
ICE Re-Detains Egyptian Family of Six in Denver for Alleged Court Order Violation
An Egyptian family of six, released from a Texas detention center on Thursday, was taken back into U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody due to a court order violation. Their attorney reported they were on a private jet in Denver bound for Egypt at the time. The case h…
winnipegfreepress.comworld80 days ago
Sudanese Writer Idris Babiker Deported from Egypt Despite UNHCR Asylum Documents
Thirteen Sudanese and Egyptian human rights organizations have condemned the forced deportation of Sudanese writer Idris Babiker from Egypt after 50 days in detention. They highlighted harsh conditions including starvation and extortion, despite his UNHCR asylum documents. The gr…
apnews.comworld81 days ago
Archaeologists Unearth Statue Fragment Linked to Ramesses II in Egypt
Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered a statue fragment believed to represent Ramesses II, a pharaoh some experts associate with the biblical story of Moses. The find occurred at Tel Faraoun in the eastern Nile Delta. The artifact dates to the New Kingdom era and may connect to…
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Egyptian Developer Talaat Moustafa Unveils $27 Billion Plan for New City Near Cairo
Egyptian property developer Talaat Moustafa has unveiled a major plan to build a new city on the outskirts of Cairo. The project is valued at 1.4 trillion Egyptian pounds, equivalent to $27 billion. The announcement highlights significant investment in urban development in the re…
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