CAIRO - 16 December 2023: Egypt mourned Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the sisterly State of Kuwait, who passed away on Saturday. In a statement released by the Egyptian presidency, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and the Egyptian people mourned the deceased leader, "the great man who was supportive of his Arab and Islamic nation, keen on its affairs, wise in his leadership, and gave a lot of effort and generosity to his country and to the Arab and Islamic nations." The Arab Republic of Egypt declares three days of mourning for the deceased throughout the country. "We ask God Almighty to shower the deceased with His mercy, and to inspire the brotherly people of Kuwait with patience and solace," the statement read.

Kuwaiti state television announced on Saturday the death of the country’s Emir, Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, after a struggle with illness. Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad was born in downtown Kuwait City, on June 25, 1937, and grew up in Dasman Palace, which was the ruling house in Kuwait during the emirate of his father, Sheikh Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Before assuming the Crown Prince, Nawaf served as First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior since October 2003. Before that, he also held several important official positions in Kuwait, including Deputy Chief of the National Guard in 1994. The late prince also served as Minister of Social Affairs and Labor in 1991, and Minister of Defense in 1988.

CAIRO - 16 December 2023: Kuwait's Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah died on Sunday, December 16, 2023, at the age of 86, the royal court announced. The royal court said that Sheikh Nawaf died after a long illness. Sheikh Nawaf was born on June 25, 1937, and was the 16th emir of Kuwait. He was the son of Sheikh Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, the 10th emir of Kuwait. Sheikh Nawaf received his education in Kuwait and served in a number of government positions, including minister of interior, minister of defense, and minister of social affairs and labor.

CAIRO - 17 December 2023: Egyptian air defenses shot down an unidentified object off the coast of the popular resort town of Dahab on Saturday, December 16th. The object, which was flying at a low altitude, was detected by Egyptian air defenses and engaged with, ultimately bringing it down. The object crashed into the sea about 1.5 kilometers off the coast of Dahab. An Investigation teams are being dispatched to the site of the airborne object's interception off the coast of Dahab. The downing of an airborne object near a major tourist destination raises questions about the nature of the object, its intended target, and potential security concerns in the region.

Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), a leading real estate developer in Egypt and the Middle East, has announced a partnership with Faisal Al-Rasheed Group, a prominent retail company. A Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Retail LandscapeOmar Hisham Talaat, Chief Business Development Officer for TMG, and Nasser Faisal Al-Rasheed, CEO of Faisal Al-Rasheed Group, officially signed the agreement in the presence of key personnel from both companies. This partnership will significantly strengthen both Al-Rasheed Group and the ‘Al-Nasser’ brand.”Renowned “Al-Nasser” BrandEstablished in 1984 in Kuwait, Faisal Al-Rasheed Group is a leading retail company with over 130 stores across the Gulf countries, North Africa, Asia, and Australia. Talaat Moustafa Group: A Legacy of DevelopmentTalaat Moustafa Group is a renowned real estate and tourism development company, and one of the largest integrated institutions in Egypt and the Middle East. This strategic partnership between Talaat Moustafa Group and Faisal Al-Rasheed Group promises to enhance the retail landscape of Madinaty and Al-Rehab, offering residents convenient access to a wider selection of quality brands and services.

Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), a leading real estate developer in Egypt and the Middle East, has announced a partnership with Faisal Al-Rasheed Group, a prominent retail company. A Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Retail LandscapeOmar Hisham Talaat, Chief Business Development Officer for TMG, and Nasser Faisal Al-Rasheed, CEO of Faisal Al-Rasheed Group, officially signed the agreement in the presence of key personnel from both companies. This partnership will significantly strengthen both Al-Rasheed Group and the ‘Al-Nasser’ brand.”Renowned “Al-Nasser” BrandEstablished in 1984 in Kuwait, Faisal Al-Rasheed Group is a leading retail company with over 130 stores across the Gulf countries, North Africa, Asia, and Australia. Talaat Moustafa Group: A Legacy of DevelopmentTalaat Moustafa Group is a renowned real estate and tourism development company, and one of the largest integrated institutions in Egypt and the Middle East. This strategic partnership between Talaat Moustafa Group and Faisal Al-Rasheed Group promises to enhance the retail landscape of Madinaty and Al-Rehab, offering residents convenient access to a wider selection of quality brands and services.

(Reuters) - Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are the three finalists for the FIFA 2023 Best Men's Player award, world soccer's governing body said on Thursday. Norwegian Haaland helped Manchester City win three major trophies, the Champions League, English Premier League and FA Cup last season. Messi secured the award in 2022 after guiding Argentina to World Cup victory. Following that success, he clinched the Ligue 1 title with Paris St Germain alongside Mbappe before making a move to the Major League Soccer team Inter Miami. The shortlist for the women's best player includes two 2023 World Cup champions, Aitana Bonmati and Jennifer Hermoso from Spain, alongside Linda Caicedo, who represents Colombia.

He added in statements to al Qahera news Channel, that Palestine completely agrees with Egypt, and praise its stance that refuses the forced displacement of Palestinians. “We will not abandon Gaza or any part of the Palestinian territories.” The spokesperson added. As of yesterday, relief aid trucks began crossing Rafah border terminal to Karam Abu Salem crossing in implementation of an agreement with the Israeli side, he added. During this period, Egypt received 773 injured and patients from Gaza for treatment in Egyptian hospitals and other friendly countries, he said, adding that 14,023 foreign nationals and 2,135 Egyptians were allowed into Egypt from the Gaza Strip. Rashwan stressed that Egypt will continue its utmost efforts to accelerate the entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip in a bid to mitigate the effects of the unprecedented humanitarian crisis the Palestinian brothers are enduring

Egypt - EFG Holding Group’s Vortex Energy has opened subscriptions for the second funding round of its Vortex 4 fund, aiming to raise $300m. Vortex Energy has committed to investing €625m in Ignis over time and is considering a new acquisition of a significant player in the renewable energy sector. To date, Vortex’s investment in Ignis Energy totals around €398m. The Spanish company’s portfolio now includes solar energy projects exceeding 1 gigawatt capacity, having secured the necessary construction approvals. Established in 2014, Vortex Energy is a renewable energy investment platform backed by EFG Hermes’ direct investment arm.

In addition to increasing fuel shipments, Egypt has also agreed to open two border crossings with Gaza, Karam Abu Salem and the Rafah crossing. This will allow for the faster and easier delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Egypt has also delivered 5,073 tons of other humanitarian aid, including 48 ambulances. Egypt has also taken in 773 wounded Palestinians from Gaza for treatment in Egyptian hospitals. The Egyptian government has said that it will continue to work to provide humanitarian aid to Gaza and to help end the conflict.

CAIRO – 14 December 2023: During a meeting held by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly to regulate markets and commodity prices, a decision was made to enforce the printing of prices on all manufactured commodities. This came as part of a set of governance procedures aimed at curbing price hikes resulting from intermediaries between producers and consumers. The meeting was attended by Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Ali Al-Moselhi, Minister of Planning and Economic Development Hala El-Said, Minister of Trade and Industry Ahmed Samir, and other ministry officials. Furthermore, the plan includes boosting market measures through intensified monitoring campaigns. Additionally, a permanent committee under the Council of Ministers will be established to regularly monitor the prices of crucial food commodities.

(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has reiterated Egypt's commitment to aiding the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with its development initiatives, reflecting the longstanding and unique ties between the two nations. The affirmation came during a phone conversation on Wednesday with DRC President Felix Tshisekedi. Presidential spokesperson Ahmed Fahmy reported that the discussion covered bilateral relations, with both leaders reviewing key cooperation areas and expressing a mutual eagerness to broaden these ties. “The dialogue also addressed the African continent's situation, where both presidents underscored their dedication to enhancing collective African efforts to foster stability, peace, and security, and to intertwine these efforts with developmental pursuits, aligning with the African peoples' hopes,” stated the spokesperson.

The Gaza-based Health Ministry reports that medical teams in refugee camps have dealt with 325,000 cases of infectious diseases, raising concerns of an impending health catastrophe. The Ministry of Health in Gaza has disclosed that the toll of the Israeli offensive on Gaza has reached 18,608 dead and 50,594 injured. In the West Bank, Israeli occupation forces continued for the second day to storm the city of Jenin and its camp, resulting in the death of eight Palestinians, including a child. The occupation forces expanded their aggression against Jenin, including most of the city’s neighbourhoods. The Palestinian Ministry of Health announced that the number of martyrs in the occupation forces’ storming of the Jenin camp had risen to seven.

Kaspersky’s experts have unveiled the significant impact of AI on the cybersecurity landscape of 2023 in their latest report. Kaspersky’s researchers demonstrate how AI tools have aided cybercriminals in their nefarious activities in 2023 and also present the defensive capabilities of this technology. In the upcoming year, scammers might enhance their schemes by employing neural networks and using AI tools to generate more authentic-looking fraudulent content. The ease of creating convincing images and videos raises the risk of intensified cyber threats associated with fraud and scams. Despite these developments, Kaspersky’s experts maintain a cautious stance regarding AI’s immediate impact on the threat landscape.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi secured a resounding victory in the 2024 presidential elections, according to preliminary results released on Wednesday. Public committees across the country reported Al-Sisi leading by a considerable margin, with his vote share ranging from 85% to 95%. This process involves verifying the number of ballot papers matches the number of voters and registered voters in each district. This marks the fifth multi-party presidential election held in Egypt since 2005, and the third since the 2013 revolution. With these preliminary results, President Al-Sisi appears poised to secure a third six-year term in office, solidifying his leadership in Egypt.