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Egypt’s FM Abdelatty says ‘there is opportunity’ for U.S.-Iran negotiations

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 - 10:59 GMT

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated on Thursday that there is an opportunity for ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. He noted that the first round of negotiations was "very important as the highest level of dialogue between the United States and Iran in decades," and expressed hope for a "second round of direct negotiations."

Egypt’s House approves major Cabinet reshuffle

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 - 04:51 GMT

The Egyptian House of Representatives approved a cabinet reshuffle on Tuesday, which includes the strategic merging and separation of several ministries.

Trump Names Board Members to Oversee Gaza Peace Roadmap

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 - 12:07 GMT

The White House announced Friday that President Donald J. Trump has formed a founding executive board within the "Peace Council" to oversee the implementation of his comprehensive plan to end the war in Gaza.

Cairo hosts first meeting of Palestinian National Committee for Administration of Gaza Strip

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 - 01:32 GMT

The first meeting of the members of the Palestinian National Committee for the Administration of the Gaza Strip began Friday in Cairo.

Witkoff: Reaching 2nd phase of Gaza Agreement is major achievement for Palestinians, Israelis

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 - 12:54 GMT

U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff said Friday that the Rafah crossing must be opened from both sides to complete the final stages of ending the war in Gaza.

U.S. envoy announces start of 2nd phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 - 05:19 GMT

U.S. presidential envoy Steve Witkoff announced the start of the second phase of the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday. Witkoff expressed his deep gratitude to Egypt, Qatar and Turkey for their efforts, which enabled the progress in Gaza.

Palestinian Presidency Commends Egypt, Mediators for Progress on Gaza Agreement

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 - 04:12 GMT

The Palestinian Presidency commended the role and efforts of mediating countries—Egypt, Qatar and Turkey—in moving to the second phase of the agreement in the Gaza Strip.

Palestinian Factions Affirm Commitment to Ceasefire, President Trump's plan

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 - 03:44 GMT

The Palestinian factions and political forces meeting in Cairo on Wednesday issued a joint statement affirming their full commitment to the continued implementation of the ceasefire agreement and the remaining phases of President Trump's plan.

Egypt Welcomes U.S. Designation of Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Entity

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 - 05:11 GMT

Egypt welcomed the United States' announcement Tuesday designating the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt as a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist" (SDGT) entity.

Egyptian Politicians Laud U.S. Terrorist Designation of Muslim Brotherhood

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 - 03:38 GMT

Egyptian parliamentarians and political leaders on Tuesday praised the Trump administration’s decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood and its branches in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations.

How Egypt’s Zad Al-Izza Became Gaza’s Strategic Lifeline

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 - 09:44 GMT

Since the outbreak of war against Gaza, Egypt has solidified its position as the primary lifeline for the Strip, spearheading the largest and most sustained humanitarian operation in modern history.

Any violation occurred in a polling station will lead to the cancelation of whole district's results, NEA

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 - 03:48 GMT

Head of the Egyptian National Elections Authority, Judge Hazem Badawi affirmed on Monday that the Authority has been following the electoral process since the beginning and that “there is nothing to hide or cover up.”

President Sisi requests investigation into ‘some events’ took place in 1st phase of 2025 Parliamentary elections

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 - 10:30 GMT

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi requested the National Elections Authority on Monday to conduct a full examination and investigation into some of the events that took place in several electoral districts where individual candidates competed in the 1st phase of the 2025 parliamentary elections.

Gaza Strip must be flooded with urgent aid without any Israeli obstacles, Egypt’s FM says in joint press conference with Palestinian PM

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 - 10:32 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister, Badr Abdelatty said on Monday that holding a joint press conference in front of Rafah border crossing sends a strong message of solidarity to the Palestinian people, ‘we are with you and feel your suffering and pain.’

Senate Election results: 11,837,882 voters cast ballots, representing 17.1% of voter database

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 - 06:05 GMT

Chairman of Egypt’s National Elections Authority Judge Hazem Badawi, announced on Tuesday that the number of voters who cast their ballots in the 2025 Senate Election are 11,837,882 voters, at a rate of 17.1% of the total voter database.

Sisi says Egypt’s ‘loyal’ stance on Palestinian cause never changed, and situation in Gaza became ‘unbearable’

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 - 12:23 GMT

President Abdel Fattah al Sisi said on Monday that since October 7, Egypt has been keen to ensure that its engagement with partners in Qatar and the United States regarding stopping Gaza war, is ‘positive’, focusing on three key points: ‘stopping the war, delivering aid, and releasing the hostages’.

President Sisi marks anniversary of June 30 Revolution, calls to end war in region, listen to voice of wisdom

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 - 09:22 GMT

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al Sisi marked the 12th anniversary June 30 Revolution in a speech saying that on this day Egyptians “stood up against terrorism and conspiracies, broke the waves of chaos, thwarted attempts of blackmail, and brought the country back on the right path.”

FM Abdelatty discusses challenges facing Horn of Africa countries with EU Envoy

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 - 10:07 GMT

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration Badr Abdelatty received a phone call on Tuesday from Annette Weber, the EU envoy to the Horn of Africa, to exchange views on the latest developments in the Horn of Africa.

Egypt’s FM holds talks with European officials regarding escalating situation in Gaza

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 - 09:39 GMT

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held several phone calls on Tuesday with European officials and ministers to discuss developments in the Gaza Strip.

Haya Karima organizes ‘Happiness Caravans’, hosts 300 Palestinian families for Iftar

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 - 02:03 GMT

For the second year in a row, Haya Karima Foundation organized the Happiness Caravans, which included several workshops and events, in addition to a group iftar for more than 300 Palestinian families living in Cairo.

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