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The ‘Cave Church’ A Sign Of Hope In The Middle East

 In congregation, setting and architecture, it is one of the most remarkable churches in the world.

Zenger · Nov 21, 2023

‘Why can’t I get them out?’: Palestinian Americans who fled Gaza devastated over leaving family behind

US officials say they have helped nearly 800 citizens leave the territory, but more than 1,200 with ties to the country remain behind

The Guardian - US · Nov 21, 2023

The Gaza war's youngest evacuees reach safety in Egypt — many without their parents

On Monday, 28 newborns were evacuated from Gaza to Egypt, after being transported from Al-Shifa Hospital. Four mothers accompanied the babies. It's not known how many of the other parents are alive.

WEKU · Nov 20, 2023

Group of 28 premature Gaza babies evacuated to Egypt amid Israeli attacks

Group of 28 infants evacuated from the besieged al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City arrive in Egypt.

Al Jazeera · Nov 20, 2023

Libyan desert's yellow glass: how we discovered the origin of these rare and mysterious shards

The Great Sand Sea Desert stretches over an area of 72,000km² linking Egypt and Libya. If you find yourself in a particular part of the desert in south-east Libya and south-western parts of Egypt, you’ll spot pieces of yellow glass scattered across the sandy landscape.

The Conversation · Nov 20, 2023

Home Office reverses decision to deport Egyptian student in need of UK medical treatment

Youssef Mikhaiel has been granted leave to remain till April 2026 due to his ‘exceptional circumstances’

The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023

Live updates | Shell hits Gaza hospital, killing 12, as heavy fighting breaks out

Gaza's Hamas-led Health Ministry says a shell has hit the second floor of a hospital in northern Gaza, killing at least 12 people, as Israeli troops work to clear medical facilities where they say Hamas militants take cover

The Independent UK · Nov 20, 2023

Man with rare health disorder wins battle with Home Office to stay in Scotland

AN Egyptian man with a rare genetic disorder who was facing deportation has won his right to stay in the UK until 2026.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 20, 2023

Mohamed Salah gets military escort as security fight with pitch invaders during Egypt win

Liverpool star thankfully unharmed after scary scenes that marred a World Cup qualifier against Sierra Leone in Liberia

Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2023

Families criticise UK government’s repatriation guidance in Gaza conflict

Relative ‘shocked’ by advice for family members who crossed into Egypt to split temporarily and apply for reunification from Britain

The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2023