Sisi inaugurates East Nile Monorail linking Cairo to New Capital
President Abdel Fattah El Sisi inaugurated the East Nile Monorail during Eid al-Fitr celebrations, marking a major step toward launching the project for public use. The 56.5 km line runs from Cairo Stadium in Nasr City to the New Administrative Capital’s control centre. The president also rode the train with families of martyrs between key stations in the capital.
President Sisi attends Eid prayer at Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque in New Capital
President Abdel Fattah El Sisi performed the blessed Eid al-Fitr prayer this morning at Al-Fattah Al-Aleem Mosque in the New Administrative Capital.
Egypt, Türkiye FMs stress urgent need for de-escalation
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdel-Aati, underscored the urgent need to de-escalate regional tensions during a phone call with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Friday.
‘Technological education key pillar in preparing skilled human resources’
Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Abdelaziz Konsowa, has reviewed a report on the performance of Egypt’s technological universities, reaffirming that technological education is a key pillar in preparing skilled human resources aligned with labour market demands.
England recalls Maguire for pre-W. Cup matches
LONDON— Manchester United duo Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo as well as Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin on Friday earned international recalls as Thomas Tuchel named a 35-man squad for pre-World Cup friendlies against Uruguay and Japan.
Iran hits Kuwait refinery; Israel kills IRGC spokesman
TEL AVIV/DUBAI/WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Iran attacked an oil refinery in Kuwait on Friday and Israel killed a spokesman of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) as the US-Israeli war on Iran showed no sign of ending.
Egypt toughens market monitoring during Eid
Egypt’s Minister of Supply, Sherif Farouk, has ordered supply directorates nationwide to ramp up market monitoring and emergency preparedness during the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The directive aims to stabilise markets and ensure the continuous availability of essential goods.
Gaza marks Eid under siege as crisis continues
GAZA – Eid al-Fitr (Lesser Bairam) has arrived in the Gaza Strip, but for more than 2.4 million Palestinians, the occasion is marked less by celebration and more by survival, the MNTV reported.
War in Iran threatens global food prices
LONDON (Reuters) – Disrupted fertiliser shipments and soaring energy prices from the war in Iran are threatening to unleash a fresh food-price surge across vulnerable nations, risking a years-long setback just as many were recovering from successive global shocks.
Egypt launches new phase of anti-drug campaign
Egypt’s Fund for Combating and Treating Addiction and Drug Abuse launched a new phase of its “You Are Stronger Than Drugs” campaign under the theme “You Are Capable,” alongside a nationwide awareness initiative on the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
Forest, Villa march into Europa quarters
PARIS — Nottingham Forest reached the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals after Midtjylland missed all three of their penalties in the last-16 second-leg shootout, while John McGinn inspired Aston Villa’s 2-0 win against Lille.
Sungjae leads Valspar tourney
FLORIDA — Sungjae Im found his rhythm at the Valspar golf Championship, making two eagles in a 7-under-par round of 64 at Innisbrook Resort’s Copperhead Course to grab the first-round lead in Florida.
Real must prove consistency in derby
MADRID — Real Madrid has a host of brilliant players, including winger Vinicius Junior, but both he and the team as a whole must prove they can play consistently on Sunday against Atletico Madrid in a La Liga derby clash, AFP reported.
Ukraine deploys drone‑intercept units in five M. Eastern countries
KYIV (Reuters) – Ukraine has deployed military units to protect critical and civilian infrastructure against drones in five Middle Eastern countries, Ukraine’s security council secretary Rustem Umerov said after a visit to the region.
Seoul turns purple as BTS returns
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — K-pop giants BTS are back. A free concert on Saturday night in Seoul is expected to draw tens of thousands of fans from around the world.
Trump considered seizing Kharg Island to reopen Hormuz
The Trump administration is considering plans to occupy or blockade Iran’s Kharg Island to pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported on Friday, citing four sources with knowledge of the issue.
Egypt expands S. Canal crossings to boost Sinai connectivity
Egypt has significantly expanded the network of crossings linking Sinai with the Nile Valley over the past decade.
First Lady of Egypt extended warmest greetings to Egyptian people, Arab and Islamic nations on Eid Al-Fitr
