A strong earthquake struck eastern Egypt in 2026, sending tremors through Cairo and into neighbouring countries, as residents across the region reported shaking buildings and swaying fixtures.
The quake, which originated near the Gulf of Suez, was felt most intensely in coastal areas and densely populated cities, including the capital, with early readings from Egypt's National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics indicating a moderate magnitude but shallow depth that allowed vibrations to travel further.
