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PoliticsEgypt Warns All Options Open to Protect Nile Rights Amid GERD Dispute
Egyptian Water Minister Hani Sewilam warned that all legitimate options remain on the table to protect the country's water security amid ongoing disputes over the GERD.
TechnologyGlobal Humanoid Robot Sales Reached 7,000 Units Last Year Despite High Expectations
Data from the International Federation of Robotics reveals that global sales of humanoid robots reached approximately 7,000 units last year, representing a small fraction of the broader robotics market.
HealthEgypt's Health Minister and World Bank Collaborate to Advance Healthcare Infrastructure and Universal Coverage
Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar and a World Bank delegation met to discuss enhancing Egypt's healthcare system, expanding universal health insurance, and learning from international models.
Breaking NewsEgypt and Four European Nations Execute Main Phase of Joint "Medusa-15" Military Exercise in Greece
Egypt and four European nations successfully concluded the main phase of the joint "Medusa-15" military exercise in Greece, featuring advanced naval, air, and special forces drills.
PoliticsEgyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and UN Aid Chief Tom Fletcher Address Gaza and Sudan Crises at UN General Assembly
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with UN Aid Chief Tom Fletcher at the UN General Assembly to address urgent humanitarian needs and aid delivery in Gaza and Sudan.
EconomyPrime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and CBE Governor Hassan Abdalla Review Economic Reforms and FX Reserves
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with CBE Governor Hassan Abdalla on Sunday, September 20, 2026, to discuss economic reforms, foreign exchange reserves, and monetary stability mechanisms.
PoliticsItalian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Announces School Reforms Banning Face Coverings and Capping Foreign Students
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced upcoming educational reforms that will ban face coverings in schools and place a cap on the number of foreign students per class.
PoliticsMiddle East Tensions Surge as Iran and US Exchange Warnings Ahead of UN General Assembly
Tensions in the Middle East are escalating ahead of the UN General Assembly due to intensifying conflict in Yemen between Saudi Arabia and the Huthi rebels, alongside fresh warnings exchanged between Washington and Tehran.
PoliticsNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to Host President Donald Trump at Gracie Mansion
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will meet with President Donald Trump at Gracie Mansion on Monday ahead of the United Nations General Assembly to discuss issues affecting the city.
PoliticsBeyond Ukraine: Why European Leaders Are Urgently Preparing for a Wider Conflict
European nations are urgently boosting defense preparations, stockpiling supplies, and hardening infrastructure amid growing fears that Russian President Vladimir Putin might widen the conflict beyond Ukraine.
TechnologyTrump Announces Plan for 'AI Force' and New Czar Amid Growing Calls for Regulation
President Donald Trump announced plans to create an "AI Force" and appoint an AI czar, even as the White House and Congress face mounting pressure to regulate the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence.
TechnologyHow Arab-Founded Startup Haat is Disrupting Israel's Food Delivery Market
Founded by Hasan Abasi, the delivery startup Haat has grown across Israel by addressing the unique needs of Arab communities through cash payment options and advanced neighborhood mapping.
HealthSevere Medicine Shortages in Iran Expose the Vulnerable Amid US Sanctions and Economic Collapse
US sanctions, inflation, and economic collapse have left sick individuals in Iran struggling to access essential medications amid severe shortages and soaring prices.
PoliticsPresident Sisi Emphasizes Arab Security and Gaza Ceasefire During Talks with CIA Director in Cairo
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met with CIA Director John Ratcliffe in Cairo to discuss regional security, Gaza ceasefire implementation, and stability in Sudan and Somalia.
Breaking NewsUS Issues Urgent Security Warning to Citizens Across the Middle East Amid Escalating Regional Tensions
The US Department of State has issued a travel advisory urging American citizens in the Middle East to exercise caution amid potential regional escalations and threats.
SportsEgyptian Squash Prodigy Amina Orfi Makes History as Youngest Women's World #1 at Age 19
Nineteen-year-old Egyptian squash star Amina Orfi has made history by becoming the youngest women's World #1 after winning the QTerminals Qatar Classic.
HealthEgyptian Physicist Ahmed Al-Gendy Honored with Global Marie Curie Medal for Nanotechnology Cancer Treatment
Egyptian physicist Ahmed al-Gendy has been awarded the 2026 Marie Curie Medal for his groundbreaking research utilizing magnetic nanotechnology to target and treat solid tumors.
EconomyEgypt's Electricity Minister Explores Advanced Desalination Partnership with HydroVolta
Egyptian Electricity Minister Mahmoud Esmat met with HydroVolta President George Brik to discuss seawater desalination cooperation, green energy integration, and advanced water treatment technologies.
CulturePope Tawadros II Lays Foundation Stone for New Cathedral in Al Fashn
Pope Tawadros II laid the foundation stone for the new Patriarchs' Cathedral in Al Fashn, emphasizing that the project aims to foster responsible citizenship and national unity.
PoliticsUN and GCC Condemn Huthi Missile and Drone Attacks Targeting Saudi Arabia
The UN and the GCC have strongly condemned a new wave of cross-border missile and drone attacks by Huthi forces targeting civilian infrastructure in Saudi Arabia.
PoliticsEgyptian Ambassador to Tunisia Engages with Local Community to Discuss Welfare and Initiatives
Egyptian Ambassador to Tunisia Bassem Hassan met with local community members to discuss their welfare, ongoing initiatives, and bilateral ties.
EconomyAgriculture Minister Alaa Farouk Directs Urgent Food Aid and Infrastructure Support to Kalabsha Village in Aswan Governorate
Agriculture and Land Reclamation Minister Alaa Farouk ordered an emergency food aid convoy and technical support team to Kalabsha village in Aswan Governorate to assist 750 families.
EconomyPresident Sisi Praises EgyptAir as National Carrier Breaks into Global Top 50 with Skytrax Honor
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi congratulated EgyptAir after the national carrier climbed to 46th place globally and won the "World's Most Improved Airline" award for 2026 by Skytrax.
PoliticsUN Report Concludes Deadly US Strikes on Iran, Including Elementary School Hit, May Constitute War Crimes
A United Nations report concludes that deadly US strikes in Iran, including one that hit an elementary school, may have been war crimes. The investigation also found that Iran may have committed crimes against humanity during domestic crackdowns.