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Muslims residing in Saudi Arabia begin scaled-back Hajj pilgrimage
Small number of Muslims taking part in this year’s Hajj, usually one of world’s biggest religious gatherings
About 1,750 Africans die during illegal migration attempts in 2018-2019: UNHCR
During migration attempts, at least 72% of African migrants die every month, making the routes across the continent some of the most deadly for refugees and migrants in the world, the UNHCR added.
Egypt welcomes Saudi proposal accelerating Riyadh Agreement in Yemen
Power-sharing deal between government and STC targets political solution in Yemen
Health Ministry denies conducting clinical trials without informed consent
Egypt reports 465 new coronavirus cases raising total to 92,947
Egypt faces protracted security challenges along western borders with Libya
Libya’s deteriorating security means terrorism is being reproduced in Egypt, but at higher severity, says Egyptian security expert
Egypt prefers negotiations over military route to resolve Nile dam crisis: Al-Sisi
The President added, “Justice relating to the water issue was proven by the Ancient Egyptian civilisation, which was founded on the waters of the River Nile.”
54 million children worldwide risk malnourishment due to COVID-19: UNICEF
UNICEF has defined wasting as a life-threatening form of malnutrition, causing weakness and thinness in children, putting them at greater risk of dying, poor growth, development and learning.
Opinion| The “Red Line” of Sirte and Jufra, and the Ottoman thief’s quest for black gold
On one side, we have the illegitimate Government of National Accord (GNA) that was appointed through a UN-led initiative in 2015, hoping to unite Libya and reform the constitution in a 24-month period, but at which it failed miserably, losing its legitimacy
Mohamed Mashally, hailed as ‘poor man’s doctor’, dies at 76
Al-Azhar Grand Imam mourns late doctor, praising him as symbol of humanity
UN chief calls for efforts to build sustainable cities amid COVID-19
Many cities have created new bike lanes and pedestrian zones, reclaiming public spaces and improving mobility, safety and air quality
Madbouly emphasises importance of Egypt’s drug industry amid COVID-19
Health Ministry reports 420 new coronavirus cases raising total to 92,482
Transport Minister orders repair of Zamalek building affected by Metro construction
Building residents were provided EGP 30,000 each to cover temporary residence until their return
EU agency concerned with COVID-19 impact on migrants, asylum seekers
Latest FRA quarterly bulletin on migration said the coronavirus containment measures led to a 90% decrease in asylum applications in April 2020
Senate candidates begin electoral campaigns amid unusual circumstances
Having two-chamber system is not innovative political approach, and many democratic countries adopt this system, says political figure
Egypt Health Ministry conducts 443,787 surgeries in ‘waiting lists’ initiative
All surgical procedures and medication provided free of charge to patients
Kuwaiti citizen arrested for assaulting Egyptian expat
Egyptian expat was slapped over card payment, says Makram
Egypt Chief of Staff inspects combat readiness in western region
Libya’s LAAF struck three tanks belonging to GNA while attempting advance on Sirte
GERD parties to resume AU-guided talks next week with agreement targeted
Egypt, Sudan have firmly rejected Ethiopia’s unilateral actions regarding filling, operation of GERD
Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire in cross-border clashes
Incident comes amid heightened tension between both sides after senior Hezbollah official was killed in Israeli strike on Damascus
Al-Sisi receives Saudi Foreign Minister to discuss crisis in Libya
Egypt aims to prevent Libya from becoming terrorism base that threatens Arab, African security: Al-Sisi
Egypt aims to prevent Libya from becoming terrorism base: Al-Sisi
Al-Sisi, Shoukry meet Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister in Cairo to discuss regional issues
Egypt, Saudi Foreign Ministers agree to confront external interference in Middle East
Egypt’s Foreign Minister also said that the spread of terrorist groups in some countries in the Middle East threatens Arab national security.
Ceasefire begins in East Ukraine
Earlier Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discussed the conflict resolution in East Ukraine with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Recording no COVID-19 fatalities more important than no infections: Health Official
Ministry of Health reports 479 new coronavirus cases raising total to 92,062
Two men sentenced to 2-year imprisonment for bullying Sudanese youth
The two defendants were also found guilty of violating the right to privacy, by posting the video online without the victim’s consent, as well as for stealing his personal belongings.
Egypt’s Elections Authority announces final candidates for Senate polls
Electoral campaigns for Senate candidates commenced on Sunday
Orthodox churches in Cairo and Alexandria to reopen on 3 August
The announcement was made via the official social media pages for Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church.
Residential building in Zamalek at risk of collapse, dwellers evacuated
Cairo Governor inspects area around building with engineering committee to investigate situation
Ethiopia cannot complete GERD filling without consensus: Egypt official
Whilst Aswan High Dam water levels are safe, data indicates increase in rainfall upstream along River Nile
Sudan hopes to see “decisive” round of Nile dam talks: ministry
AU has urged for the necessity of reaching a fair and binding agreement on filling and operation of GERD within a comprehensive deal