Qatari envoy to Gaza rouses Hamas' ire

Palestinians have expressed their anger at the Qatari ambassador’s statements in which he claimed that Hamas and Israel are conducting secret negations to avoid war.

Qatar

Egyptian street dancers face fines, jail time over 'Kiki challenge'

Egypt's religious and law enforcement authorities have demanded Egyptians stop participating in an internet trend that has people dancing alongside moving cars.

Egypt

Egypt approves green bonds to boost eco-friendly projects

Experts are doubting the effectiveness of green bonds in Egypt, as the economic situation is staggering and awareness about the importance of sustainable and eco-friendly projects is rare in the country.

Egypt

Summer exhibition displays Cairo's contemporary art scene

Zamalek Art Gallery's traditional summer exhibit brings old masters together with budding young talent in Cairo.

Egypt

Egypt gives green light to rice imports amid water shortages

Farmers in Egypt were appalled by the government’s decision to start importing rice as part of its strategy to contain the water crisis.

Egypt

Is there reason for hope with new Palestinian reconciliation bid?

Hamas has officially agreed to a new reconciliation push sponsored by Egypt, and Fatah is expected to soon do the same.

Palestine

Egypt goes against IMF advice, boosting public investments

The International Monetary Fund is keen to reduce Egypt's investments in the country in favor of private investment, but the new government has decided to increase the amount it will spend.

Egypt

Can the private sector salvage Egypt’s dilapidated railway system?

While a train accident in Egypt’s Giza governorate has placed the railway system's efficiency in the spotlight, experts remain optimistic about the government’s modernization plan.

Egypt

Egyptians brace for disappointment as Cairo makes play for 2030 World Cup

Cairo hopes that more professional lobbying and a possible joint bid with Morocco and Tunisia could make Egypt a host of the 2030 World Cup, but many citizens are wary of public embarrassment.

Egypt

Hamas losing deterrence against IDF

Hamas' decision to deploy snipers against Israeli soldiers after months of border protests and growing international attention highlights the internal divide in the movement and threatens to shatter previous achievements.

Palestine

Iraqi refugees in Egypt denounce lack of protection, services

Iraqi refugees in Egypt face challenges relating to security and access to basic services, with migrant funding often earmarked for other groups.

Egypt

Israel, Egypt cooperate in efforts to calm Gaza

On the backdrop of the crisis in Gaza, Israel considers internal Palestinian reconciliation a security interest and a possible end to arson kite attacks.

Palestine