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President El-Sisi and First Lady extend Christmas greetings to Egypt’s Coptic Christians

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 - 08:21 GMT

El-Sisi stated that this occasion “embodies the values of love, peace, and devotion under the banner of our cherished homeland, as we move forward together toward a future worthy of the great people of Egypt.”

Egypt declares Wednesday a paid public holiday for Christmas

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 - 08:59 GMT

The holiday will apply to employees of ministries, government departments, public authorities, local administration units, public sector companies, and public business sector companies.

Egypt defines paid holidays for Christian workforce

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Under the decree, Coptic Orthodox workers are entitled to paid holidays on Christmas, Eid Al-Ghetas (Epiphany), Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, and Easter.

Intensive Security Preparations Underway for Holiday Celebrations

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 - 12:52 GMT

Security forces have begun intensive preparations to ensure public safety as New Year’s and Christmas celebrations approach. Authorities are implementing comprehensive nationwide security plans aimed at protecting citizens and maintaining a secure festive atmosphere.

Pope Tawadros receives his well-wishers in cathedral on occasion of Christmas

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 - 11:01 GMT

His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark, receives his well-wishers in St. Mark's Cathedral in Abbassia, on the occasion of Christmas 2025.

Egyptian amb. to France greets Paris Bishop Mark, Coptic community on Xmas

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 - 10:32 GMT

Egyptian Ambassador in Paris Alaa Youssef Tuesday extended Christmas greetings to Bishop of Paris and North of France Mark, during his participation in the Christmas mass that took place at Cathédrale Copte Orthodoxe de la Vierge Marie et l'Archange Raphaël.

President Sisi greets Pope Tawadros II on Christmas

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 - 12:44 GMT

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi on Monday set a cable of greetings to Pope Tawadros II of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark to greet him on the Christmas.

Egyptian Cabinet announces Tuesday official holiday marking Coptic Christmas Day

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 - 02:22 GMT

On this occasion, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly congratulated all Coptic citizens on the occasion of celebrating Christmas, expressing his wishes that God would return this occasion to our dear country with goodness, security, and peace.

Egypt grants inmates exceptional visit on occasion of Christmas celebrtaions

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 - 03:04 GMT

This comes within the framework of the Ministry of Interior's keenness to uphold human rights values, implement the penal policy with its modern approach, and provide various aspects of care for inmates.

More than 1,700 ambulances to secure roads, churches during Christmas, Minister of Health

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 - 11:06 GMT

Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, stressed the need to raise the state of readiness around churches and places of worship in conjunction with Christmas celebrations.

Egypt intensifies security measures ahead of Christmas celebrations

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 - 04:28 GMT

The plan includes the deployment of forces and patrols on the highways, and road axes, in a way that contributes to the speed of security response, movement and containing any emergency matters.

4 Heartwarming Ways to Give Back This Christmas

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 - 01:29 GMT

This holiday season isn't only about celebrating and having fun, we have to remember those who are in need. Whether it’s donating time, resources, or simply showing how much you care, here are some ways to make this Christmas more meaningful.

Head of Egypt’s Evangelical community at Christmas celebration: We stand behind state in defending Palestinians’ rights

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 04:29 GMT

Andrea Zaki, Head of Egypt's Evangelical community, mentioned the developments unfolding in Gaza as a result of the Israeli aggression during the community’s Christmas celebrations on Friday.

President Sisi wishes Egyptian Copts abroad Merry Christmas

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 02:36 GMT

In a cable of greetings posted by all Egyptian embassies on social media platforms, President also wished that Egypt would realize more progress and prosperity.

In photos: Egypt’s PM visits Orthodox Cathedral to greet Pope Tawadros II on Christmas

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 - 12:16 GMT

Madbouli made a visit to the Saint Mark's Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Abbasiya on Thursday to meet with the pope ahead of Christmas.

Sunday 7 January to be paid holiday in Egypt on Coptic Orthodox Christmas: PM

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 - 04:31 GMT

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly issued a decision announcing next Sunday, January 7th, a paid holiday for employees of public and private companies to mark the Coptic Orthodox Christmas.

Egypt intensifies emergency health preparations for New Year, Christmas celebrations

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 - 09:23 GMT

The Ministry of Health in Egypt has announced an escalation in preparedness levels at hospitals located near desert roads and highways across the country in anticipation of any emergencies during the New Year and Christmas celebrations.

Your Guide to Last-Minute DIY Christmas Gifts

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 11:32 GMT

In this article, we have gathered some last-minute DIY Christmas gifts. These gifts are easy to make and will leave an impression on your loved ones.

Le Meridien Cairo Airport Embraces the Spirit of Giving with La Fete

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 - 01:48 GMT

It’s time to share a Christmas cheer.

Celebrating Christmas, Amira Selim releases ancient Egyptian song ‘Merut Ek’

Sat, 07 Jan 2023 - 11:51 GMT

Celebrating Christmas, Amira Selim releases ancient Egyptian song ‘Merut Ek’

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