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Yusuf al-Qaradawi, the Muslim scholar who influenced millions

Al-Qaradawi, who died on Monday aged 96, was a leading voice in the Muslim world, in religion and in politics.

Al Jazeera · Sep 27, 2022

Wanted in Egypt, Muslim Brotherhood Icon Youssef al-Qaradawi Dies At 96

Egyptian-born cleric Sheikh Youssef al-Qaradawi, who was based in Qatar, died on Monday, according to a post on his official Twitter account. Qaradawi was considered an icon and a spiritual guide to the Muslim Brotherhood, which is classified as a terrorist group in Egypt. He rose among the group’s ranks…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 27, 2022

Egyptian FM: Lapid's Speech on Two-State Solution is Positive, Awaiting Actions

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry commented on Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid's speech at the UN General Assembly calling for a two-state solution, saying it was positive but not enough. Shoukry said in a press statement Monday in New York before returning to Egypt that the Palestinian issue has always…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 27, 2022

Influential Muslim religious leader Yusuf al-Qaradawi dies

Qatar-based Egyptian scholar Qaradawi, who was in his nineties, was well-known across the Muslim world.

Al Jazeera · Sep 26, 2022

Iraq’s Investment Commission Says it Cooperates with Neighboring Countries to Improve Investment Law

The head of Iraq’s National Investment Commission, Suha Al-Najjar, said that her country was able to overcome current economic challenges thanks to the strong internal consumption and average income rates, noting that Iraqi and foreign companies in the country were adapted to operate under the most difficult circumstances and political…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 26, 2022

Sudanese head north to Egypt seeking brighter future

At downtown Khartoum's al-Souq al-Arabi, travel agencies helping young Sudanese seek a brighter economic future in Egypt are replacing once-packed hardware stores in a corner of the capital's main commercial hub.

Reuters · Sep 26, 2022

Liverpool handed Mohamed Salah boost as Egypt make decision ahead of friendly

The winger featured in last week's win over Niger but has been left out of the squad for Tuesday's friendly against Liberia

Liverpool Echo · Sep 26, 2022

Jurgen Klopp handed major Mohamed Salah boost after unforeseen Egypt decision

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp will have Mohamed Salah back in training ahead of schedule as the Egypt international will be excused from Tuesday's friendly against Liberia

Daily Mirror · Sep 26, 2022

Huge Liverpool boost as Egypt make Mohamed Salah decision ahead of Liberia friendly

Mohamed Salah has been sent home early from Egypt duty after boss Rui Vitoria decided to rest the Liverpool winger.

Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2022

Egypt, Sudan to Continue Intense Consultation on GERD

Egypt and Sudan agreed on Saturday to continue intense consultation and mutual coordination on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) during the coming period for their common interest and the interest of their peoples. Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi received Chairman of the Sudanese Transitional Sovereign Council, Lieutenant General Abdel…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 25, 2022