The Latest Breaking News from Egypt

Cameras to replace peacekeepers at strategic Red Sea strait

Remote-controlled cameras will take over responsibility from U.S.-led peacekeepers for ensuring international shipping retains freedom of access to the Gulf of Aqaba, whose coastline is shared by Israel and three Arab nations, officials said.

Reuters · Jul 21, 2022

Egypt, Serbia Agree to Boost Political, Economic Cooperation

Egypt and Serbia on Wednesday agreed to boost political, economic and other cooperation as the two countries look for ways to deal with the global impact of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi was in Serbia on a three-day visit this week — the first in more…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 21, 2022

Egypt Resumes Hot Air Ballooning Over Luxor After Incident

Egyptian authorities on Wednesday resumed hot air ballooning over the ancient city of Luxor following a two-day hiatus after two tourists were lightly injured during a ride. A hot air balloon with 28 tourists drifted off course Monday because of a change in the direction and speed of winds.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 21, 2022

Egyptian Pound Hits Five-Year Low Against US Dollar

The Egyptian pound dropped to its lowest level in five and a half years, after falling 0.05% during Monday’s trade. Refinitiv data showed that the pound traded 18.91 to the dollar, down from 18.81 pounds on Sunday. The last time the currency reached that level was on January 24, 2017.…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 19, 2022

Egypt Seeks to Strengthen Naval Arsenal to Protect Maritime Borders, Secure Navigation

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met on Sunday with Peter Lürssen, owner and chairman of the German shipbuilding company, Lürssen, as part of Egypt’s plan to develop its maritime arsenal, raise its manufacturing capabilities, protect its maritime borders, and secure navigation and investments in the Red Sea and the Mediterranean.…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 19, 2022

Petersberg Dialogue Addresses Existential Threats of Climate Change

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi called on Monday for supporting African countries address challenges caused by climate change. He described the phenomenon as an existential threat to many countries and communities across the world. He made his remarks during the opening session of the Petersberg Climate Dialogue in Berlin that…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 19, 2022

Egypt’s new El-Sahel road leads to accident reports and confusion

The road was supposed to be a major new development, but the Eid holidays showed many drivers have no idea how to use it

Al Jazeera · Jul 19, 2022

Humanity faces ‘collective suicide’ over climate crisis, warns UN chief

António Guterres tells governments ‘half of humanity is in danger zone’, as countries battle extreme heat

The Guardian - UK · Jul 18, 2022

Egypt Seeks Via ‘Nafeza’ to Boost Ports’ Performance

Egypt’s Finance Minister Mohamed Maait said his country is advancing in the optimal use of modern technology to ensure the speedy and accurate implementation of projects. This comes in line with efforts to lay the foundations for a more advanced digital work environment and governance based on linking all ports…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 17, 2022

What Do You Know About ‘Peacekeeping’ in Tiran?

US President Joe Biden’s Saturday announcement on reaching an agreement with Saudi officials regarding peacekeeping forces, which include US troops, exiting strategically located islands in the Red Sea has once again shed light on the presence of international forces in this vital and strategic region. It also stirred questions about…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 17, 2022