Saudis’ troubled ties in region threaten Trump's anti-Iran agenda

The Trump administration is tightening the screws on Iran, but Saudi Arabia, Iran's archnemesis, may not be of help drumming up support for the US policy given the state of its current relations in the Arab world.

Legacy: Gulf

Egypt’s support for Hifter could cost it work in Libya

Mounds of money could await companies able to win reconstruction contracts in war-torn Libya, but some Egyptian business owners wonder if they will be at a disadvantage because of the side Cairo chose in the civil war.

Egypt

Egypt's camel racing shifts into high gear

The Egyptian government seeks to modernize camel racing by establishing a new international racetrack and opting for robot jockeys.

Egypt

Egypt plans to plant 100 million olive trees by 2022

Egypt recently announced an ambitious plan to plant 100 million olive trees by 2022, as the country imports 98% of its olive oil needs.

Egypt

Hamas to form body to foil 'deal of the century'

Hamas has recently announced its intention to form a supreme body with the aim of thwarting the US deal of the century in what some officials say trespasses the prerogatives of the PLO.

Palestine

Israel, Hamas hesitant over Islamic Jihad provocations

On the backdrop of attempts to reach an arrangement with Hamas and ahead of an especially sensitive month, Israel minimizes retaliation against the provocations of Islamic Jihad.

Palestine

Trump allies push back on Muslim Brotherhood terror designation

Even some hawkish lawmakers question the legal validity and political wisdom of a blanket designation.

Egypt

Delicate art form floats into modern Egypt

The intricate golden and silver embroidery called tally has a long tradition in Upper Egypt, and a small community of craftspeople is working to make sure its future is just as bright.

Egypt

Sisi sees great promise in China-Egypt partnerships

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi attended China's second forum on its Belt and Road Initiative with the aim of boosting trade and promoting investments.

Egypt

Will Banque du Caire’s second go at privatization succeed?

Banque du Caire hopes to raise $300-400 million by selling a 20-30% stake in it this year.

Egypt

Egypt's first female polo team rides to victory

Farah Awadalla, the daughter of one of Egypt's best-known polo players, has started her own all-female team in Cairo.

Egypt

Will PA take over Gaza crossings again?

The Palestinian Authority has recently asked Egypt to take over the Gaza crossings once again in what officials say is aimed at controlling the projects to be developed under the truce between Hamas and Israel.

Palestine