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Hamas head in Cairo as momentum builds towards new Israel-Hamas truce talks

Ismail Haniyeh’s trip comes as Israel signals possibility of another truce, although key sticking points remain.

Al Jazeera · Dec 20, 2023

Hamas leader arrives in Cairo to discuss Gaza war

Indirect talks have recently been relaunched to try an negotiate another ceasefire

Evening Standard · Dec 20, 2023

Hamas Chief In Egypt For Talks On Gaza Truce And Hostage Release

The Qatar-based Hamas chief, Ismail Haniyeh, arrived in Cairo for discussions on the "aggression in the Gaza Strip and other matters", the group said in a statement.

International Business Times · Dec 20, 2023

‘Many think football is not a game for women’: why Egypt is falling behind

This week’s newsletter looks at the struggles facing the women’s national team in the most populous country in north Africa

The Guardian - UK · Dec 13, 2023

Egypt election: Is President el-Sisi poised to win a third term?

Household finances are severely squeezed but with no clear opponent, incumbent is favourite to win upcoming election.

Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2023

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi looks to extend iron-fisted rule after ten years in power

Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is the front-runner in Egypt’s upcoming presidential election which will be held from December 10-12. Despite being marked by a widespread crackdown on dissent and a weak economic and security record, the former army chief’s ten-year rule may be extended until 2030. It's an outcome that many…

France 24 · Dec 7, 2023

Megacities: life in the cities home to more than 10 million people – photo essay

From Tokyo to Cairo, 10 photographers around the world have captured a snapshot of life in their cities for the National Gallery of Victoria’s Triennial

The Guardian - AU · Dec 7, 2023

Sexual violence still a major threat as Sudan’s conflict grinds on

Activists stress need to protect civilians, aid workers in a November meeting in Cairo.

Al Jazeera · Dec 6, 2023

Grief to courage: A Palestinian stranded in Egypt as Israel bombs Gaza

Mohammed Kafarna spoke to Al Jazeera over two months of being trapped in Egypt, despairing as friends died, family fled.

Al Jazeera · Nov 27, 2023

Woman sentenced to 25 years after pleading guilty in case of boy found dead in suitcase in Indiana

A Louisiana woman has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for her involvement in the death of a 5-year-old Atlanta boy whose body was found last year in a suitcase in rural southern Indiana

The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023