Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli witnessed on Thursday the signing of six co-operation protocols and memoranda of understanding between the Ministry of Youth and Sports and leading civil society organisations and NGOs to implement development initiatives at 23 youth centres across several governorates over two years.
The agreements were concluded with the National Alliance for Civil Development Work Foundation, Misr El Kheir Foundation, Makers of Good for Development Foundation, Our Country for Development and Social Services Foundation, Al-Siddiqiyya Foundation for Cultural and Social Services, and Dr Hassan Abbas Zaki Development Association.
Egypt launches programme to develop young talent, future leaders
Egypt strongly condemned the targeting of ships in the Red Sea, including the Yemeni‑owned commercial vessel Tihama flying the Tanzanian flag near Bab al‑Mandeb on Tuesday, August 11, and the Saudi oil tanker, which was attacked on 25 July 2026.
The Foreign Ministry described the incidents as a serious threat to maritime security and reiterated Egypt’s firm rejection of any acts that endanger civilian ships or international navigation. Cairo reaffirmed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation in international waterways to protect global trade and supply chains in line with international law and the UN Charter.
Egypt condemns Red Sea ship attacks, denies ties to vessel TIHAMA
Egypt strongly condemned the targeting of ships in the Red Sea, including the Yemeni‑owned commercial vessel Tihama flying the Tanzanian flag near Bab al‑Mandeb on Tuesday, August 11, and the Saudi oil tanker, which was attacked on 25 July 2026.
The Foreign Ministry described the incidents as a serious threat to maritime security and reiterated Egypt’s firm rejection of any acts that endanger civilian ships or international navigation. Cairo reaffirmed the importance of safeguarding freedom of navigation in international waterways to protect global trade and supply chains in line with international law and the UN Charter.
PSG retains European crown
SALZBURG (Austria) — Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain rubber-stamped their status as Europe’s top team as they beat Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue netted either side of a debut goal for Villa teenager Brian Madjo in Salzburg as PSG defended the title they first won 12 months ago against another Premier League side, Tottenham Hotspur.
The Super Cup, which pits the winners of Europe’s top club competition against the victorious side from the second-tier Europa League, was officiated by Somalian referee Omar Artan.
City Doku signs contract extension
MANCHESTER, England — Jeremy Doku signed a new five-year contract with Manchester City on Thursday after establishing himself as one of the best and most exciting wingers in the Premier League.
The Belgium international is tied to City until 2031. He joined from French team Rennes in 2023.
Doku said he feels settled at City and was looking forward to playing under recently hired manager Enzo Maresca, whose gameplan relies heavily on wingers.
