Live News of Egypt April 24, 2024

Egypt Economy Growth Slows Post IMF Deal, Expected Recovery

A recent Reuters poll suggests that Egypt's economy is anticipated to experience slower growth in the near future, following a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The agreement with the IMF was aimed at stabilRead More

Jewish And Non-Jewish Students Celebrate Passover At Gaza Protest

A group of Jewish and non-Jewish students gathered at the Gaza protest encampment at Columbia University Monday evening to celebrate Seder, a ritual feast at the start of the Jewish holiday of Passover. Passover is a...Read More

Jordan Conducts Humanitarian Airdrop Into Gaza

Jordan conducted an airdrop of humanitarian and relief aid into Gaza on Tuesday, as reported by the Jordanian state news agency Petra. The Jordanian Armed Forces carried out seven airdrops to various locations in northernRead More

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Israeli Military Signals Offensive With New Tent Compound Construction

Satellite photos analyzed by The Associated Press reveal the construction of a new compound of tents near Khan Younis in the Gaza Strip. The Israeli military appears to be signaling plans for an offensive targeting the...Read More

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Israeli Families Plead For Return Of Missing Hostages

As Passover approaches, Israeli families of hostages are making a heartfelt plea for the safe return of their missing loved ones. The families are facing a difficult time as they prepare for the holiday without knowing...Read More

Israeli War Cabinet To Discuss Efforts To Free Hostages

The Israeli war cabinet is set to convene later on Sunday to address the ongoing situation concerning the hostages held in Gaza. The cabinet comprises Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, anRead More

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Israeli Strikes In Rafah Kill 13, Including 9 Children

Israeli strikes on the southern Gaza city of Rafah overnight resulted in the tragic loss of 13 lives, including nine children, as reported by health officials on Sunday. The United States is poised to approve additional...Read More

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Turkish And Egyptian Foreign Ministers Discuss Gaza Humanitarian Aid

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry in Istanbul to discuss the escalating situation in Gaza. Fidan highlighted the seriousness of the current situation in Gaza and the urgenRead More

CIA Director Bill Burns Discusses Challenges In Ceasefire Negotiations

CIA Director Bill Burns recently discussed the challenges surrounding the efforts to reach a ceasefire deal, expressing disappointment over Hamas rejecting a proposal during the Cairo talks. Burns described the situation aRead More

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Qatar Reconsiders Mediator Role Between Israel And Hamas

The Arab nation of Qatar has recently announced that it is reconsidering its role as the key mediator between Israel and Hamas. This decision comes as a response to criticism of its ties to the Palestinian...Read More

Egypt-Born Academic Becomes President Of Prestigious Ivy League University

Dr. Shafik, an Egypt-born academic and economic policy expert, assumed the presidency of a prestigious Ivy League university in New York City in July 2023. She succeeded Lee C. Bollinger, who held the title of the...Read More

UN Accuses Israel Of Obstructing Evidence Collection In Hamas Attacks

A United Nations Commission of Inquiry has accused Israel of actively obstructing its efforts to collect evidence from victims and first-hand witnesses of Hamas’ attacks in southern Israel on October 7. The commission statRead More

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Urges De-Escalation Amid Regional Tensions

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry engaged in discussions with his Israeli and Iranian counterparts to emphasize the importance of maintaining tranquility and peace amidst escalating tensions in the region. Shoukry exRead More

US, UK, Germany Condemn Iran's Attack On Israel

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in diplomatic discussions with key allies in response to Iran's recent attack on Israel. According to readouts from the State Department, Blinken conversed with counterparts froRead More

US Secretary Of State Blinken Urges Diplomatic Response To Iran

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in diplomatic discussions with key allies in the Middle East over the weekend in response to Iran's attacks in Israel. According to readouts from the State Department, Blinken hRead More

U.S. Judge Dismisses Lawsuits Against Libyan Commander Khalifa Hifter

A U.S. District Judge in Alexandria, Virginia, has dismissed a series of civil lawsuits against Khalifa Hifter, a former Libyan military commander accused of war crimes during the country's civil war. Despite Hifter's U.S.Read More

World Leaders React To Iran's Strikes On Israel

World leaders have reacted to Iran's strikes on Israel, with a mix of condemnation, calls for ceasefire, and appeals for restraint during a tense moment in the Middle East. US President Joe Biden affirmed the US...Read More

Egypt Expresses Concern Over Iran's Drone Launch Towards Israel

Egypt has voiced its deep concern following Iran's recent launch of drones towards Israel, as stated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a released statement on Saturday. The ministry's statement emphasized the importanRead More

Nadine Menendez's Trial Postponed Due To Serious Health Issues

Federal prosecutors have agreed to postpone the trial of Nadine Menendez after her lawyers cited serious health issues. The delay was granted to allow Menendez sufficient time to recover from a recently diagnosed medical cRead More

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Hamas Unable To Locate 40 Israeli Hostages For Ceasefire

Hamas has expressed difficulties in locating and identifying 40 Israeli hostages required for the initial phase of a ceasefire agreement, as reported by an Israeli official and a source familiar with the negotiations. ThisRead More