Egypt Today staff

Summer 2026: How to Claim These Seasons As Your Own In The Midst of Eventful Times

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 02:52 GMT

Here are some simple ways to make the summer season memorable

North Safa field enters second phase with $170M investment

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 01:58 GMT

The field is currently producing around 15,000 barrels of oil per day from five wells, according to a Ministry of Petroleum statement issued on Sunday.

Egyptian banks raise healthcare share of CSR spending above 50%

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 01:54 GMT

Healthcare accounted for more than half of Egyptian banks’ corporate social responsibility spending during the first quarter of 2026, up from 42 percent in 2025, according to a statement issued by the Central Bank on Sunday.

Egypt's PM reviews preparations for phase 2 of 'A Decent Life' Initiative

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 01:40 GMT

During the meeting, Eng. Ahmed Abdel Azim, Managing Director at Dar Al-Handasah, presented a number of proposed mechanisms for implementing second-phase projects. He said the proposed approach takes into account the challenges encountered during the first phase and is designed to accelerate implementation.

First confirmed pterosaur fossil discovered in Egypt fills major gap in prehistoric record

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 01:14 GMT

The discovery, published in the peer-reviewed journal Acta Palaeontologica Polonica, marks a significant addition to Egypt's fossil record and helps fill a longstanding geographical gap in scientists' understanding of the distribution of pterosaurs across northern Africa during the Late Cretaceous period.

Cabinet moves to implement El Sisi's directives on objective media dialogue

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 12:32 GMT

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met Minister of State for Information Diaa Rashwan on Sunday to discuss mechanisms for implementing President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s media directives.

Egypt urges renewed focus on Palestinian cause in talks with EU on regional developments

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 11:10 GMT

Abdelatty underscored the importance of redirecting international efforts to the Palestinian cause in a way that would help complete the full implementation of the first phase of the US president's peace plan and pave the way for moving to the second phase.

Egypt dispatches 227th aid convoy to Gaza

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 10:56 GMT

The convoy was launched as the organization marked 1,000 days of ongoing humanitarian response to the Gaza crisis.

Egypt prepares for ninth edition of Cairo Water Week

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 10:50 GMT

A total of 133 official invitations have been sent to representatives of countries worldwide. So far, the organizing committee has received responses from 13 countries, while coordination with governments and international organizations continues.

El-Sisi renews appointments of National Training Academy's executive director, deputy for one year

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 10:12 GMT

El Sisi renewed the appointment of Solafa Goueli as executive director of the academy for a one-year term effective July 1.

From a post-IMF economic program to local council elections: El-Sisi's wide-ranging directives

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 08:47 GMT

Directives notably include the preparation of a national economic program to succeed the country's IMF-backed reform program and the completion of preparations for long-awaited local council elections.

First Lady Entissar el-Sisi: Inauguration of Strategic Command HQs reflects vision that prioritizes Egypt's security

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 07:55 GMT

Her remarks came in comment on the opening of the State Strategic Command Headquarters Saturday in the New Capital.

President El-Sisi officially announces inauguration of State Strategic Command Headquarters

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 04:30 GMT

Egyptian President El-Sisi officially announces the inauguration of the the State Strategic Command Headquarters in the New Capital.

Egypt incurs losses of about $10.5 billion in Suez Canal revenues due to regional instability

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 01:56 GMT

During a joint press conference with European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica, Egyptian Foreign Minister added, "We discussed ensuring freedom of navigation in accordance with the rules of international law, and we held constructive and frank discussions on ways to enhance economic and investment relations between Egypt and the European Union."

EMA warns of very hot weather across Egypt amid rising global sea temperatures

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 12:43 GMT

The Authority indicated that high humidity levels will make the perceived temperature feel 1 to 3 degrees Celsius higher than the actual temperature in the shade.

Egypt, Palestine discuss preparations for PDG meeting in Brussels

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 12:01 GMT

Minister Abdelatty stressed Egypt's full support for the Palestinian government and the importance of mobilizing international financial support for the Palestinian National Authority to enable it to fulfill its responsibilities and provide basic services to the Palestinian people, as well as contribute to strengthening their steadfastness and supporting stability in the Palestinian territories.

Iran warns 'crisis-makers' over Hormuz as UK, France propose multinational military mission

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 10:38 GMT

Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs, said security in the Strait of Hormuz should remain the responsibility of the coastal states.

In Egypt, when a wedding becomes a World Cup watch party

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 09:44 GMT

On Friday evening, the wedding hall transformed into a football arena. Guests and the bride and groom gathered in front of a giant screen, all eyes on the dramatic penalty shootout between the Egyptian and Australian national teams.

El-Sisi opens Egypt's new Strategic Command HQ Saturday: What to know about ‘state's brain'

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 06:53 GMT

Egypt is ready to open its giant octagonal Strategic Command Headquarters in the New Capital, which is set to boost the nation’s combat and administrative readiness.

From Gaza to Bangkok: World celebrates Egypt's historic World Cup last-16 breakthrough

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 - 05:22 GMT

The landmark achievement sparked jubilant celebrations far beyond the final whistle in Dallas, with scenes of joy unfolding across the Arab world, among Egyptian communities abroad and even in Thailand as fans united to celebrate the Pharaohs.

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