Egypt’s FM participates in Riyadh meeting, condemns Iranian attacks
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aaty took part in a ministerial consultation in Riyadh, where he denounced Iran’s assaults on Gulf states, Jordan, and friendly nations.
Egypt , Saudi Arabia sign short-stay visa waiver
Egypt and Saudi Arabia signed on Wednesday an agreement exempting holders of diplomatic and special passports from short-stay visas, reflecting the strength of bilateral ties.
Trump threatens to strike South Pars gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again
U.S. President Donald Trump pledged the U.S. would “massively blow up the entirety” of the world’s largest gas field if Iran attacks Qatar again. Trump made his threat on social media against Iran’s South Pars natural gas field after Iranian missiles hit Qatar.
Arkeus Energy launches new gas drilling in Egypt
Arkeus Energy, the ADNOC–BP joint venture, is starting two new exploratory gas wells in the Mediterranean—Atoll West and Nofret—as part of Egypt’s 2026 plan to drill over 100 wells.
Food Safety Authority speeds clearance, intensifies Eid inspections
Egypt’s Food Safety Authority said on Thursday it will keep ports and customs running during Eid al-Fitr, pausing only for the first two days, to accelerate clearance of food shipments and prevent supply delays. Inspectors will also expand market checks nationwide to ensure product safety and maintain stable supplies.