Sisi, Biden agree to continue intensive joint work to achieve a ceasefire
CAIRO - 6 August 2024: Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Tuesday a phone call from US President Joe Biden, during which they discussed regional developments and the tension in the Middle East. During the phone call, the two presidents reviewed the tension in the Middle East and the latest developments in the joint Egyptian-American-Qatari efforts to cease fire in the Gaza Strip, where they both stressed their determination to continue these efforts to de-escalate and restore regional peace and security. The official spokesman for the Presidency of the Republic explained that the call addressed current concerns regarding the expansion of the circle of conflict in the region, as President Sisi affirmed the Egyptian vision regarding the seriousness of the repercussions resulting from the continuation of the war in the Gaza Strip and its negative impact on the stability of the region, taking into account that "reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza is the main nucleus for restoring calm and stability in the region." At the end of the call, the two presidents agreed to continue intensive joint work to achieve a ceasefire and efforts to implement the two-state solution, as the main guarantor of stability and security for all peoples of the region.
Source:Egypt Today
August 06, 2024 19:26 UTC
Egypt reaffirms support for Somali sovereignty
© AFP/File | Somaliland broke away from Somalia in 1991CAIRO – 6 August 2024: Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ahmed Malim Fiqi Ahmed, expressed his sincere thanks to the Arab Republic of Egypt for its unwavering support and longstanding position on Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. This statement was issued by the Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation on Tuesday. In a recent press conference with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan, Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, reaffirmed Egypt's firm stance on the necessity of maintaining the unity of the Somali state. He also rejected the memorandum of understanding signed between the separatist region of Somaliland and Ethiopia in January 2024.
Source:Egypt Today
August 06, 2024 12:05 UTC
Egypt supports intl. efforts aimed at achieving pacification southern Lebanon: FM
The minister added that Egypt supports all international efforts aimed at achieving pacification southern Lebanon and implementing UNSC resolution no. Regarding the regional tensions, Minister Abdelatty encouraged all parties to exercise self-restraint and inhibit the outbreak of a big regional war. The Lebanese minister also asserted that the implementation of UNSC resolution no. The communication Egypt held with different parties with the aim of de-escalation over the past few weeks included three phone calls with the U.S. secretary of state, and others with acting Iranian foreign minister, Russian foreign minister, the Lebanese prime minister. In addition, there will be a phone call with the Chinese foreign minister later today, as stated by Minister Abdelatty.
Source:Egypt Today
August 06, 2024 11:35 UTC
Chinese Researchers Advance Humanoid Robot Facial Expressions
Chinese researchers have developed a new algorithm to create more natural and detailed facial expressions in humanoid robots, potentially enhancing human-robot interaction. The research, led by Professor Liu Xiaofeng at Hohai University in Jiangsu province, aims to improve emotional engagement between humans and robots. The team’s algorithm is designed to give robots more lifelike facial expressions, which could expand their practical applications across various fields. By enhancing the emotional capabilities of humanoid robots, the researchers believe they can increase the robots’ value and effectiveness as tools to assist humans in a wide range of tasks. The research was reported by CGTN, a partner of TV BRICS.
Source:Daily News Egypt
August 06, 2024 11:16 UTC
Discussed: Egypt's updated vision contributes to creating climate for investment in renewable energy
A report by the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation explained that the vision seeks to limit the negative effects of the depletion of traditional energy sources that are exhaustible by nature, and to increase reliance on renewable energy sources while achieving leadership in them. The updated vision proposes ways and policies to enhance sustainable energy systems and resources, including:- Creating an attractive climate for investment in the field of new and renewable energy. - Stimulating private sector participation in implementing renewable energy power generation projects by creating a competitive electricity market. - Following up on developments in electricity storage technologies related to renewable energy systems. - Increasing the capacity of the electricity grid to absorb electricity from renewable sources.
Source:Egypt Today
August 06, 2024 03:44 UTC
Egypt asks US to pressure Israel to cease its brinkmanship, engage seriously in Gaza talks
Abdelatty briefed Blinken on his discussions with foreign ministers from several countries in the region, including Iran and Lebanon, as well as European nations. The Egyptian Minister emphasized the importance of self-restraint from all parties to avoid further instability and harm to regional interests. He urged Secretary Blinken to pressure Israel to cease its brinkmanship and engage seriously in ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. Iran, Hezbollah and Iraqi Army vowed to revenge for those who killed by Israel. Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah said that Israel whosoever stands with it should know that our response is inevitable and non-negotiable.
Source:Egypt Today
August 05, 2024 20:44 UTC
High-profile source negates existence of active tunnels between Egypt, Gaza
CAIRO – 5 August 2024: An Egyptian high-profile source negated Monday news circulated by Israeli media on the existence of active tunnels between Egypt and Gaza. “Israel’s failure to make any achievements in Gaza pushes it to propagate claims about the existence of tunnels to justify the continuation of its aggression against the Strip,” the source added to Extra News. The source further revealed that "Israel turns a blind eye to the arm trafficking from its lands to the West Bank to create a justification for annexing its territories and commit genocide against its residents." According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, the death toll from the Israeli aggression against Gaza has risen to 39,480 since October 7, in addition to 91,128 injured.
Source:Egypt Today
August 05, 2024 17:52 UTC
We seek to benefit from surplus production capacities to make civilian products, Military production min.
CAIRO – 5 August 2024: Egypt’s Minister of State for Military Production Mohamed Salah El Din Mostafa said his ministry is keen to provide various ammunition, weapons, equipment and advanced electronic systems for the Armed Forces and the Interior Ministry, while seeking to benefit from surplus production capacities of its companies to manufacture civilian products with high quality and competitive prices, as well as to implement national and development projects in countries. Mostafa made the remarks during his meeting on Monday with journalists accredited to the Military Production Ministry in the New Administrative Capital (NAC). The minister added his ministry continues to play its role as a fundamental pillar of military manufacturing in Egypt, whether through localizing industries or producing new products or conducting important research to develop technologies used in producing standard military products and reviving the manufacture of products that had been suspended for some time. In this regard, the minister stated that a company affiliated to the Military Production Ministry signed an agreement with French Thales Group to cooperate in producing communication devices and signaling systems. He noted that the ministry has been working to develop production lines, raise the efficiency of several factories and offer new advanced machines to meet various production and development requirements.
Source:Egypt Today
August 05, 2024 14:30 UTC
Israeli airstrikes on two Gaza shelters kill 17, says Gaza Civil Defense
CNN — on two school buildings in the north of Gaza City killed 17 Palestinians, most of them children, and left at least 63 injured according to Gaza Civil Defense spokesperson Mahmoud Basal on Saturday. Israeli airstrikes on two school buildings in the north of Gaza City killed 17 Palestinians, most of them children, and left at least 63 injured according to Gaza Civil Defense spokesperson Mahmoud Basal on Saturday. According to Gaza Civil Defense, the schools were being used as shelters for people displaced by violence. The Civil Defense in Gaza published a list of the names of the killed individuals, showing that at least three of the dead were female. At least 1,200 people were killed, and more than 250 others abducted in the Hamas-led assault, according to Israeli authorities.
Source:Egypt Independent
August 05, 2024 13:37 UTC
Egypt clash with France in Paris Olympics Football semi-final
CAIRO, 2024 August 5:The Egyptian Olympic team, led by Brazilian coach Rogerio Micale, is set to face the French team in a crucial semi-final match at 10 pm Cairo time today at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais stadium as part of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The Egyptian team aims for victory and a spot in the finals, with hopes of securing an Olympic medal for the first time in 60 years. Coach Micale has held multiple sessions with the players, urging them to move past previous matches, set aside celebrations, and focus on the formidable French team. The midfield will include Mohamed Elneny, Mohamed Shehata, and Kouka, while the attacking trio will consist of Mahmoud Saber, Ibrahim Adel, and Hossam Faisal. The Egyptian team reached the semi-finals by defeating Paraguay and surprising Spain with a 2-1 victory, thanks to Ibrahim Adel's two goals and Spanish striker Samuel Omorodion's last-minute goal.
Source:Egypt Today
August 05, 2024 12:10 UTC
Several countries call on citizens to leave Lebanon immediately amid fears of regional military escalation
File- 🚨 Two guided missiles were fired from Lebanon towards "Metulla" in northeastern occupied Palestine.- the photo from the Resistance News Network Telegram channelCAIRO- 5 August 2024: The regional military escalation in the region is imminent as several countries called upon their citizens to leave Lebanon immediately. The embassy reiterates its call for Saudi citizens to leave Lebanese territory immediately, under the travel ban to Lebanon. Additionally, the Brazilian Embassy in Beirut calls on its citizens to leave Lebanon immediately. Other countries like Italy and Poland called upon their citizens to Leave Lebanon and Israel immediately. Also, countries like the US, France, Canada and Russia have asked their nationals to Leave Lebanon.
Source:Egypt Today
August 04, 2024 22:56 UTC
Egyptian president convenes with PM to follow up on economic conditions
CAIRO – 4 August 2024: President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi held a meeting Sunday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli to follow up on economic affairs of priority and quality of services. The economic matters are mainly the ongoing intensive efforts to give a big push to the national manufacturing sector, and boosting value added in the industrial sector. In that context, the president stressed the government's orientation towards supporting and encouraging the private sector, both local and foreign, to increase its industrial investments and achieve a leap in the quantity and quality of the Egyptian industrial output. As for services, the president followed up on the updates of the sectors of healthcare, education, and tourism as well as those of inflation and the supply of goods in the Egyptian market.
Source:Egypt Today
August 04, 2024 18:46 UTC
Egyptian irrigation ministry reveals lengths of canals lined within Decent Life initiative
CAIRO – 4 August 2024: The Ministry of Irrigation and Water Resources indicated in a statement Sunday that 3,280 kilometers of canals had been lined and that work had been underway along 720 kilometers within the first phase of Decent Life initiative. The lining is not exclusive to the rural villages included in the initiative. In February 2023, the ministry revealed in a press statement that the total length of canals lined had amounted to 6,648 kilometers, and that tenders would be invited soon for lining 1,664 others. A report - released in June to showcase the achievements of the government between 2018 and 2024 – included an announcement about launching the second phase of Decent Life Initiative in July, which will be implemented with funds worth LE450 billion and completed in three years. The Egyptian Center for Strategic Studies (ECSS) issued in July a report titled "The Villages of Egypt in 10 Years: From Marginalization to Decent Life" which is the initiative aimed at developing the countryside and improving the lives of 58 million with a budget that surpasses LE1 trillion.
Source:Egypt Today
August 04, 2024 18:22 UTC
Building collapse in Cairo leaves four dead, seven injured
The Egyptian Civil Defense Forces in Cairo on Saturday extracted the bodies of four people from under the rubble of a seven-story building that collapsed in the Rod al-Farag area. The bodies of the four victims and seven injured survivors were transferred to Nasser Institute Hospital. Repairs and renovations that were being carried out in one of the apartments in the building reportedly led to its complete collapse. The collapse of the building resulted in the partial collapse of the building opposite it, causing the Civil Defense Forces evacuate its residents for their safety. Civil Defense Forces are still searching for bodies under the rubble.
Source:Egypt Independent
August 04, 2024 17:25 UTC
Day 8: China's Zheng triumphs at Roland Garros, St Lucia's Alfred stuns Stade de France - Dailynewsegypt
At Roland Garros, Zheng defeated Donna Vekic of Croatia 6-2, 6-3 to seize the women’s singles gold, which is China’s second Olympic tennis gold, following Li Ting and Sun Tiantian’s crown in the women’s doubles at Athens 2004. “I felt like I represented all of Chinese tennis, and winning the gold made all the hard work and struggles worthwhile,” she noted. I hope this gold medal will help Saint Lucia to grow the sport,” said 23-year-old Alfred. Elsewhere, China’s Chen Meng retained her Olympic title in the table tennis women’s singles after defeating world No. Top-seeded pair Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan won the all-Chinese badminton women’s doubles final over Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning.
Source:Daily News Egypt
August 04, 2024 16:48 UTC