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Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh airports apply biometric ID system for employees
A Russian delegation is set to arrive in Cairo to inspect security measures at airports
Towards a new world order in Eurasia? The role of Russia and China
A new Russian-led, China-backed Eurasia-centred world order may be in the making against the backdrop of alleged Russian cyberwarfare against the United States and Europe. Analysts see a pattern in Russian moves that could serve China’s interests should US president-elect Donald Trump adopt a more confrontational approach towards Beijing. Suggestions that Russian president Vladimir Putin …
Government reviews 3 scenarios to sign Dabaa nuclear plant contract
Partial signing at end of the year, postponement to March, or cancellation of project
In Cartoon: Christmas gifts for Russia
Al-Sisi offers condolences to Putin over slain ambassador in Turkey
The Egyptian president also discussed terrorism with several country leaders this week
UN to set up war crimes panel for Syria investigations
The UN has approved a resolution to set up a panel to gather evidence of possible war crimes in Syria. Syria’s UN ambassador Bashar Ja’afari said the resolution was illegal and a threat to a solution to the conflict.
Egypt condemns deadly attacks in Turkey, Germany
Three terrorist attacks took place on Monday, leaving the Russian ambassador to Turkey dead, at least 12 killed in Germany, and three injured in Switzerland
Russian ambassador to Ankara seriously wounded in gun attack
Russian ambassador Andrey Karlov has been shot at an art gallery in the Turkish capital Ankara
Russia vetoes Egypt’s resolution on Syria, describes it as “counterproductive”
Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that it was rushed to a vote before finalising the discussion on the draft resolution
Sharm Dreams forecasted to see 60% decline in revenues by year’s end: Abo El Enein
The company is determined to finish the development of two hotels in Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada in 2018 with investment of EGP 370m
Egyptian airports register 29% decrease in passengers during first 10 months of 2016
Sharm El-Sheikh International airport witnessed the largest decline, as 2015 Russian aeroplane crash continues to keep visitors at bay
Russia acknowledges progress in security measures at Egypt airports
Russian transport minister had previously said that direct flights may resume if Egypt fulfilled required security measures=
Russia blocks Microsoft’s LinkedIn network
Russia’s communications regulator has ordered the country’s internet providers to block access to LinkedIn’s website
How could the Egyptian national football team qualify for the 2018 FIFA World Cup?
For the first time in 28 years, the chance of the Egyptian national football team qualifying for the 2018 FIFA World Cup is closer to reality, following its 2-0 defeat of Ghana. This victory enabled the Egyptian team to acquire six points. This means that the Egyptian team needs an additional seven points from its …
1st nuclear reactor to run 9 years after signing contracts: Electricity Minister
Moscow will train 1,711 Egyptians to operate the power plant by April
Why should a Middle Easterner care about Trump winning the US elections?
US foreign policy is expected to undergo major changes under a Trump administration
Japanese-Russian ties: Is Tokyo bound to be disappointed?
Japan and Russia are pushing ahead with new plans to develop infrastructure and industry in the Russian Far East, but analysts believe that Tokyo’s hopes for the return of disputed islands off Hokkaido will be dashed.
Aleppo prepares for renewed fighting as ceasefire expires
Russia has announced it will not extended its unilateral “humanitarian pause,” citing rebel attacks.
NATO secretary general: ‘We are not in a Cold War’
As tensions rise between Russia and the West, NATO’s Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg told “Conflict Zone” why he believes there is no new Cold War.
Russian plane crash occurred after internal overpressure: IAC
The Interstate Aviation Committee (IAC), the official Russian aviation authority, said in a statement Monday that the crash of the Russian Metrojet aircraft in Egypt last year occurred due to an internal factor, according to the analysis and examination of the wreckage. The IAC determined that the outer shell of the aircraft had undergone “high …
Russia pushed out while Egypt wins a seat on UN human rights council despite violations
Egypt wins membership among other countries that are also accused of severe human rights violations
Ambassador to London refutes Guardian claims on Egypt’s vote in UN security council
In a letter to the newspaper, Kamal said that Egypt did not block the French resolution
Flights to Egypt to resume before year’s end: Russian transport minister
Tourist flow from Russia to Egypt dropped by 75% following the cessation of flights
Egypt, Russia deny Polish claims that Egypt will sell Mistral warships to Russia
Poland’s defence minister says that he obtained information from “good sources” saying that Egypt will sell 2 Mistral warships to Russia for $1
Russia, Egypt start first joint military exercise in the desert
The training brings together more than 300 servicemen from both armies
Egypt participates in international peace talks for solution in Syria
The talks held in Lausanne came one week after the UN security council failed to adopt peace resolution
In Cartoon: Foreign relations in a nutshell
Football experts suggest ‘prescription’ for Egypt to reach 2018 World Cup in Russia
Egyptian football experts praised the national team after earning a 2-1 comeback victory over Congo in Brazzaville in the kick-off of their World Cup qualifying group. Experts said that this victory is considered a fresh start for the Pharaohs to restore the throne of African football, and achieve the dream of millions of Egyptians to …
Egypt and Russia to start joint military training in mid-October
This training is part of the counter-terrorism cooperation strategy Defenders of Friendship 2016
Presidency quashes reports of possible Russian air force base in Egypt
A Russian newspaper claimed that Russia was in talks with Egypt to establish a base in the coastal city of Sisi Barrani