Israel closes Leviathan gas field after strikes on Iran, cutting supply to Egypt The shutdown comes after Israel launched a series of air strikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites as well as key nuclear scientists and officials. Israel
Analysis North Africa’s rail race spurred by World Cup, trade and bullet trains Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia are betting on high-speed rail, long-distance routes and expanded networks to improve their economic outlook and project power. By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
In photos: Muslims kick off Eid al-Adha across the Middle East The holiday’s arrival cast a spotlight on deepening humanitarian crises, leadership transitions and shifting regional dynamics. Saudi Arabia
Egypt, Greece pledge to protect Mount Sinai monastery after court ruling: What to know Greece and Egypt have launched a diplomatic effort to reaffirm the status of Saint Catherine’s Monastery, one of the most revered monasteries in Christianity. Egypt
More Egyptian schools to teach Chinese language Egypt is kicking off a pilot project for teaching Mandarin Chinese in Egyptian schools. Egypt
Egypt claims wheat self-sufficiency despite Ukraine war Over the past three months, Egypt has bought 3.5 million tons of wheat from local farmers as it works to achieve self-sufficiency and weather the effects of the global crisis caused by the Russian war on Ukraine. Egypt
Egypt persuades Israel to extract Gaza’s natural gas Al-Monitor obtained information from Palestinian and Egyptian officials about the success of Egyptian mediation in pushing Israel to allow the start of extracting natural gas off the coast of the Gaza Strip. Egypt
COP27 presents Egypt financing opportunities for sustainable development Egypt is considering dozens of national green and sustainable development projects as part of the government’s plan to adapt to climate change and switch to green sustainable development, as it prepares to host the UN Climate Change Conference. Egypt
Egyptian pound hits nominal record low ahead of IMF deal The global economic storm has put a lot of pressure on the local currency, which nevertheless remains strong against other currencies. Egypt
Egypt softens toward organ donation After years of initiatives and calls for post-mortem organ donation, the Egyptian government is considering establishing an organ registry and expanding organ transplant surgeries. Egypt
Another TikTok star arrested in Egypt A famous TikToker’s arrest sparked widespread reactions in Egypt amid renewed calls to ban the app over content that is deemed contrary to Egyptian values. Egypt
Egypt set to open Ben Ezra Synagogue The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has announced its intention to open the ancient Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo soon, after completing about 95% of restoration works, in a move aimed at revitalizing religious tourism. Egypt
Egyptian archaeologists uncover ancient inscriptions in Temple of Esna The Egyptian-German archaeological mission in Luxor has finished restoring the ceiling of the ancient Esna Temple, as part of a project to restore the shrine and reveal its original colors. Egypt
Egypt ‘primary actor’ in next phase of East Med natural gas development Gerald Kepes In Washington, DC, reporting on regional energy trends
Medusa trend prompts Egyptian women to speak out on sexual assault Egyptian women who have been victims of sexual assault and rape are using the Medusa tattoo trend on social media to tell their stories and make their voices heard. Egypt
Egypt seeks to attract Chinese mobile companies fleeing India Egypt is trying to take advantage of the crisis between Chinese smartphone companies and India by providing incentives to such companies to lure them into investing in the Egyptian market. Egypt
