President Abdel Fattah El Sisi underscored the urgency of intensifying regional and international efforts to de-escalation tensions in the Middle East, warning against further instability and the risk of broader regional disorder.

Sisi reviews economic reform, development plans  

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met on Wednesday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk, and Planning Minister Ahmed Rostom.  

Abdel Aati, Mladenov discuss implementation of 2nd phase of Gaza plan

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdel-Aati underscored the necessity of the full implementation of the second phase of the US President Donald Trump’s plan, stressing the need to maintain focus on its commitments despite the ongoing regional escalation.

Egypt, Uganda FMs discuss ties, regional developments

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdel-Aati  met Ugandan Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Henry Okello in Cairo on Wednesday. The talks focused on ways to boost cooperation and coordination on shared issues.  

President Sisi awarded Prince Nayef Medal for Arab Security

President Abdel Fattah El Sisi has been awarded the Prince Nayef Medal for Arab Security of Excellent class, one of the highest honors in the Arab world, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen security and stability across the region.

Italy miss out on World Cup for 3rd straight time

Italy’s agonising World Cup exile continues after they fell to a 4-1 penalty shootout defeat by Bosnia and Herzegovina in their playoff final on Tuesday following a 1-1 draw.

Egypt, Gambia seek to strengthen bilateral co-operation

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aati met with Gambian Foreign Minister Sering Modou Njie on Wednesday, on the sidelines of the ministerial meeting of leading African states implementing the Global Compact for Migration. The discussion focused on deepening bilateral ties and enhancing coordination on matters of mutual interest.

Egypt accelerates digital transformation drive in higher education

Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Abdelaziz Konsowa has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to embedding advanced technologies —particularly artificial intelligence — across Egyptian universities to enhance education quality, foster innovation, and better align academic outputs with national development priorities.

Egypt prioritizes health sector in 2026/2027 investment plan

Egypt’s Minister of Health Khaled Abdel Ghaffar and Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom held a meeting on Wednesday to discuss the health sector’s investment plan for the 2026/2027 fiscal year.

Supporting production, exports key to economic resilience: Kouchouk

Egypt’s Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said the government is prioritizing securing citizens’ basic needs and production inputs for investors, while continuing coordination across state institutions to strengthen strategic reserves of essential commodities and energy.

Egypt steps up efforts to bolster food security, market stability

Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk emphasised the need for closer coordination among key economic ministries to ensure market stability, strengthen food security, and support sustainable economic growth.

Iran hits Gulf targets as Israel kills 5 in Beirut

Iran hit a tanker off the coast of Qatar and Kuwait International Airport early Wednesday as Tehran remained unrelenting in its attacks on its Gulf Arab neighbours, while acknowledging for the first time that Washington had been in direct contact about a possible ceasefire.

Iraq qualify for World Cup with win over Bolivia

Iraq grabbed the last available place at the World Cup by ​beating Bolivia 2-1 in their inter-confederation playoff, sealing their return to the finals after a 40-year ‌absence.

Trump estimates US will be done in Iran in 2 to 3 weeks

US President Donald Trump has said the military could end its Iran offensive in two to three weeks and will shift responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz to countries that rely on it for oil and shipping.

Drone attack hits northern Iraq fuel warehouse

Multiple drones attacked a northern Iraq fuel warehouse linked to British oil and natural gas giant BP, a firm operating the facility said.

DR Congo score extra time winner to qualify for the World Cup

The Democratic ​Republic of Congo grabbed the second-last available berth at the World Cup finals by beating Jamaica 1-0 ‌in their inter-confederation playoff on Tuesday with Axel Tuanzebe netting an extra-time winner to see them return to the finals after a 52-year wait.

Egypt and Spain draw in World Cup warm-up

BARCELONA — The Egyptian national team played out a goalless draw against Spain in an international friendly on Tuesday evening at the RCDE Stadium, home of Espanyol, in Barcelona.