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Ethiopia admits forces shot at UN team in Tigray, Dujarric expresses concern
UN’s OCHA reports that the dire shortage of food, water, fuel and cash in the Tigray region is seriously affecting people, including humanitarian workers
Egypt’s Education Ministry reduces in-office staff, reactivates exceptional leave
The measure comes as a precautionary measure to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), as Egypt is currently witnessing an increase in virus-related infections and deaths.
President Al-Sisi’s visit to France contributes to enhancing bilateral ties: Egypt PM
CAPMAS indicates decline in Egypt’s poverty rates during 2020
US policies towards Palestine-Israel conflict to remain unchanged under Biden: Arab League
‘Arab Spring has weakened many countries in region, giving rise to Iran and Turkey’s imperialistic tendencies,’ says Arab League Chief
France aims to boost investments in Egypt: French PM
Castex said that it is essential to support Egyptian developmental efforts to consolidate Egypt’s role as a balancing force in Eastern Mediterranean
Post-Brexit trade talks “very difficult” at the moment: UK PM
In a bid to unlock stalemate in post-Brexit trade talks, Johnson and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made a telephone call on Monday
Egypt welcomes Kuwaiti mediation for resolution of Gulf crisis
Guarantee of serious commitment to points agreed upon is imperative, says Egyptian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson
40 terrorists neutralised, 437 hideouts destroyed in Sinai: Egypt Armed Forces
Egypt’s Armed Forces announced, on Tuesday, that 40 “Takfiri” elements (terrorist) have been killed during military operations that took place in the Sinai Peninsula between 1 September and 8 December. They added that a total of 437 hideouts and stores of explosives were also destroyed during the operations on the region. Egyptian Military Spokesperson …
Tunisian charged in fatal church stabbings in France: report
Brahim Aouissaoui, 21 is charged with “assassination and attempted assassination in connection with a terrorist enterprise, according to France Info radio
UK, EU say conditions for finalizing post-Brexit trade deal “not there”
The trade negotiations are at a crucial stage as time is running out for both sides to secure a deal before the Brexit transition period expires at end-2020
Gaining humanitarian access to needy in Ethiopia’s Tigray challenging: UN
“It’s clear that the situation, at least from our point of view … and the information we’re getting, is not yet stabilized,” UN spokesman said on Monday
UN chief voices concern over situation in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
Since the early hours of Nov. 4, the Ethiopian government has been undertaking military operations against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF)
Libya’s GNA threatens to withdraw from UN-facilitated ceasefire if LAAF attacks
LAAF has ordered all units to “be on a high degree of caution, and avoid to be drawn into provocations that could lead to a military escalation”
Egypt produces 30k litres of plasma, but 1m litres needed annually: Health Minister
This operation will last until a factory is established inside Egypt, within 12-18 months, which will collect and separate the plasma, the minister added.
Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church suspends activities for 30 days due to COVID-19
Five priests have passed away in 48 hours following positive diagnoses
Al-Sisi, Macron discuss cooperation, regional issues
‘We cannot accept Egypt being described as autocrat state,’ says Egypt’s Al-Sisi
2nd phase of parliamentary run-offs kicks off inside Egypt
Facemasks, social distancing among mandatory safety measures implemented at polling stations
Al-Sisi, Le Drian discuss bilateral relations, regional issues in Paris
French Foreign Minister expressed his country’s aspiration to intensify joint coordination with Egypt
Ghana opens polls for general election
Ghana presidential election has 12 contestants, favourables are incumbent President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and former President John Dramani Mahama
Egypt’s Al-Sisi arrives in France to discuss Eastern Mediterranean issues
Egyptian President is scheduled to meet French counterpart on Monday to discuss regional updates, particularly in Libyan crisis
Human rights group stresses Egypt’s Constitution allocates 5% of jobs to persons with disabilities
Those with special needs represent 10.64% of Egypt’s total population
Egyptian expats continue voting in parliamentary run-offs
Voting outside Egypt will end on Monday, according to NEA
Crises facing Middle East will lead to higher rates of irregular migration: Arab League
Illegal migration could also increase, alongside the accompanying risks of migrants falling into the hands of smugglers and human traffickers, which will increase the vulnerability of these groups.
EGP 7.3bn allocated to developing Egypt’s military production
Ministry of State for Military Production plans to increase ammunition, weapon, equipment manufacture
Egypt PM attends AU’s 13th extraordinary summit on AfCFTA
Madbouly participates in 2-day summit on behalf of President Al-Sisi
US Senator Ted Cruz to reintroduce bill designating Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organisation
Cruz sponsored legislation in 2017 and in 2019 that would require the White House to decide whether Muslim Brotherhood, which is banned in Egypt, fits criteria for terrorist designation.
Tanzania’s president picks new cabinet members
Elias John Kwandikwa appointed Minister for Defense after post had remained vacant since election of Hussein Ali Mwinyi as president of Tanzania’s Zanzibar
Gulf crisis approaches resolution, regional powers welcome reconciliation
Dispute parties praise Kuwait, US mediation efforts
South Korea praises Egypt’s economic performance amid COVID-19
Egypt’s Finance Minister emphasises improvement in Egypt-Korea economic relations over past 3 years
Lebanon to resort to int’l arbitration if border demarcation talks with Israel fail
Next round of indirect negotiations between Lebanon and Israel over maritime borders has been postponed following Israel’s rejection of Lebanon’s demands.