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Egypt Says Israel to Free Over 1,890 Palestinians in First Phase of Gaza Truce

This is Beirut, 18/01 18:15 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Mediator Egypt said Saturday that Israel is to release more than 1,890 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 33 Israeli hostages in the first phase of a Gaza truce. The foreign ministry said the prisoners would be freed during the first, 42-day phase of the ceasefire which is set to begin at 0630 GMT on Sunday. Qatar, which mediated the deal ...

Talks Underway to Open Gaza's Rafah Border Crossing for Aid

This is Beirut, 15/01 21:23 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Egyptian state media reported Wednesday that coordination was underway to "open the Palestinian Rafah crossing to allow the entry of international aid" into Gaza, citing an Egyptian security source. Egypt was "preparing to bring in the largest possible amount of aid to the Gaza Strip", following news of a ceasefire deal ...

New Ancient Discoveries in Luxor Shed Light on Egypt’s History

This is Beirut, 09/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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On January 8, Egypt unveiled a series of significant archaeological discoveries at the Deir al-Bahari necropolis in Luxor, shedding light on ancient history, spanning from the Middle Kingdom through the 18th Dynasty. Among the finds were 4,000-year-old tombs of high-ranking officials and artwork dating back to the reign of Queen Hatshepsut, one of ...

IMF, Egypt Reach Deal Unlocking $1.2 Bn

This is Beirut, 2024-12-25 09:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that it has reached a deal with Egyptian authorities allowing the country access to about $1.2 billion. The funding access is subject to executive board approval. "The Egyptian authorities have continued to implement key policies to preserve macroeconomic stability, despite ongoing regional tensions ...

Hamas, Fatah Agree on Joint Committee to Run Post-War Gaza

This is Beirut, 2024-12-03 16:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas and Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah party have agreed to create a committee to jointly administer post-war Gaza, negotiators from both sides said Tuesday. Under the plan, which needs Abbas's approval, the committee would be composed of 10 to 15 non-partisan figures with authority on matters related ...

Fatah-Hamas Negotiations Aim Towards Full PA Governance in Gaza

This is Beirut, 2024-12-02 19:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Egypt's foreign minister said Monday rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas were in Cairo for talks seeking to bring post-war Gaza under the full control of the Palestinian Authority (PA). Hamas has been locked in a deadly conflict with Israel in the Gaza Strip since the Palestinian militant group launched a surprise attack on Israel on October ...

Madame Lucie: Manicurist to Cairo's Golden Age Stars

Beatrice Moreau, 2024-12-02 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Nestled inconspicuously in a narrow alley branching off from one of Cairo's main thoroughfares, Madame Lucie's manicure salon has managed to survive the relentless march of time and progress that has transformed much of the Egyptian capital. Flanked by sleek modern cafes, trendy fashion boutiques, and ubiquitous fast food chains, the little shop's ...

Egyptian FM Calls for Unconditional Ceasefire in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 2024-11-13 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aati underlined upon his arrival in Beirut on Wednesday, his country’s full alignment with Lebanon’s demand for an immediate ceasefire and an unconditional end to Israel’s incessant attacks against Lebanon. “Egypt’s mission is to mobilize international and Arab partners to press for an immediate ...

Hamas Holds Gaza War Discussions With Fatah in Cairo

This is Beirut, 2024-11-04 21:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Hamas said on Monday it held talks with rival Palestinian faction Fatah in Cairo to discuss the war in Gaza and moves towards national consensus. "A meeting was held with the brothers in the Fatah movement at a generous Egyptian invitation. They discussed various national issues, especially the war on Gaza and pathways for national action," ...

Sisi Unveils Plan for Two-Day Gaza Truce and Partial Hostage Release

This is Beirut, 2024-10-27 18:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi announced Sunday a proposal for a two-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war that would include a hostage release and could pave the way for a "complete ceasefire". Sisi, whose government has been involved in mediation efforts to end the Gaza war, proposed a "two-day ceasefire" during which "four hostages would ...

Malaria: Egypt Eradicates the Pharaohs' Disease

Alain E. Andrea, 2024-10-22 17:49 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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In Egypt, malaria has long been a public health scourge. It intensified in the 20th century to become a major health issue, particularly in the rural areas of the Nile Delta, where environmental conditions favored the spread of the disease. However, a significant event occurred recently. On October 20, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced ...

Hamas and Fatah Meet in Cairo to Discuss Gaza War, Unifying Ranks

This is Beirut, 2024-10-09 16:52 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Hamas said on Wednesday it had begun meetings with rival Palestinian faction Fatah in Cairo to discuss the year-long war in the Gaza Strip and efforts towards national unity. "A meeting has just started in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, between the delegations of the Hamas movement and the Fatah movement," a Hamas statement read. It added that ...

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