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SportsMohamed Hassan Clinches Egypt's Historic First Medal at the Mediterranean Games
Mohamed Hassan secured Egypt's first medal at the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games by defeating Turkey's Murat Firat to reach the 67 kg Greco-Roman wrestling final.
PoliticsDonald Trump Declares Strait of Hormuz 'New American Territory' as Iranian Leaders Convene
U.S. President Donald Trump posted that the Strait of Hormuz is 'new American territory' on social media, following statements from Iranian leaders regarding regional security and ending the war.
SportsEgyptian Star Mohamed Salah Leads Trabzonspor in Clash Against Başakşehir
Egyptian star Mohamed Salah prepares to lead Trabzonspor against Başakşehir in the Turkish Super Lig, drawing intense interest from fans across Egypt and the Middle East.
CultureEgyptian Star Maged al-Kidwani Leads Voice Cast for International Release of The Cat in the Hat
Egyptian actor Maged al-Kidwani joins an international ensemble voice cast for the upcoming animated film The Cat in the Hat, set to premiere globally this November.
SportsEgyptian Swimmer Abdelrahman Sameh Smashes Record to Win Gold at Mediterranean Games
Egyptian swimmer Abdelrahman Sameh won the gold medal and broke the competition record in the 50m butterfly at the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy.
SportsEgyptian Swimmer Abdelrahman Sameh Captures Gold and Breaks Record at Mediterranean Games
Egyptian swimmer Abdelrahman Sameh won the 50m butterfly gold medal and broke the competition record at the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy.
PoliticsUkrainian Intelligence Warns North Korea Expands Support for Russia with Drone Units and Ballistic Missiles
Ukrainian intelligence reports that a new wave of North Korean troops in Russia includes specialized drone units and missile operators to support military operations.
TechnologyTikTok Agrees to Massive $400 Million Settlement With Justice Department Over Child Privacy Violations
TikTok and ByteDance have agreed to a $400 million settlement with the US Justice Department over allegations that the app unlawfully collected children's data and violated privacy laws.
EconomyStrait of Hormuz Traffic Reaches 20 Percent of Pre-War Levels as US Navy Secures Key Shipping Routes
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has reached 20 percent of pre-war averages as the US Navy secures vital shipping routes and facilitates millions of barrels of oil exports.
PoliticsIran Condemns Trump’s Economic Threats as a Return to Classic Colonialism
Iran has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump's threats of new economic sanctions, labeling the move as a return to full-scale colonialism and economic coercion.
EconomyDamietta Port Manages 30 Vessels and Thousands of Tons of Cargo in 24-Hour Period
Damietta Port handled 30 vessels and processed thousands of tons of cargo, including various imports, exports, and container traffic over a 24-hour period.
EconomyPrime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Hails Julius Nyerere Dam as a Symbol of Egypt's Expanding Influence in Africa
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the inauguration of the Julius Nyerere Dam in Tanzania, highlighting the project as a major milestone in Egyptian-Tanzanian cooperation and a symbol of Egypt's expanding influence in Africa.
EconomyEgyptian Economy Demonstrates Strong Resilience Amid Global Shocks, Says Planning Minister
Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom highlighted Egypt's economic resilience and growth during a meeting with international real estate executives.
PoliticsEight Nations Issue Joint Condemnation of Israeli Settlement Expansion and E1 Project
Foreign ministers from eight nations issued a joint statement strongly condemning Israel's illegal settlement expansion, the E1 project, and settler violence in the occupied Palestinian territory.
PoliticsIsrael Advances Controversial West Bank Settlement Plan Despite Severe International Condemnation
Israel has advanced a controversial settlement plan in the West Bank that threatens the two-state solution, drawing sharp rebukes from international leaders and organizations.
Breaking NewsDeadly Russian 'Double-Tap' Strike on Kryvyi Rih Shopping Center Kills 16 and Wounds Over 100
A devastating Russian 'double-tap' drone strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih has left at least 16 people dead and over 100 wounded. Ukrainian officials report that emergency responders were targeted in the second wave of the attack.
EconomyUS-Canada Trade War Reignites as Last-Minute Negotiations Collapse
Trade negotiations between the US and Canada collapsed at the last minute, leading to the immediate implementation of 50% tariffs and a swift vow from Ottawa to match the levies dollar for dollar.
PoliticsA Week of Escalation: Diplomatic Breakdown and Rising Tensions as US-Iran Peace Deadline Passes
Following the expiration of a 60-day peace talk deadline, tensions between the US and Iran escalated this week with threats of economic warfare, new sanctions, and shifting military deployments.
EconomyEgyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Travels to Tanzania for Julius Nyerere Dam Inauguration
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly traveled to Tanzania to inaugurate the Julius Nyerere Hydroelectric Dam, a major cooperative development project built by Egyptian and Tanzanian teams.
EconomyHurghada Hotels Achieve Full Capacity for Third Straight Month Amid Tourism Boom
Hurghada hotels and resorts have maintained near-100 percent occupancy for the third consecutive month, driven by strong international and domestic tourism demand.
Breaking NewsTragic Explosion in Western Idlib Countryside Kills Three Civilians and Injures Six Others
An explosion inside a home in the village of Ain al-Qasab within the Idlib countryside resulted in three deaths and six injuries. Local medical and civil defense officials confirmed that children were among the casualties.
CultureFBI Returns 48 Smuggled Ancient Artifacts Spanning Three Eras to Egypt in Los Angeles Ceremony
The FBI returned 48 smuggled artifacts spanning the Pharaonic, Roman, and Coptic eras to Egyptian representatives during a ceremony in Los Angeles.
PoliticsEgypt Rejects Ethiopia's Renaissance Dam as 'Illegitimate,' Urging International Legal Compliance
Egyptian Irrigation Minister Hani Sweilem criticized the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam as illegitimate during a visit to Tanzania, emphasizing Egypt's commitment to protecting its water rights.
EconomyExploring New Alamein: Egypt's Modern Yet Ghost-Town Coastal Destination
A visit to Egypt's New Alamein reveals a massive, multi-billion-dollar coastal development that feels strangely exclusive and deserted, raising questions about its high costs and lack of residents.