20 Israeli soldiers killed in resistance operations: Hamas spokesperson
The Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), announced on Saturday that it successfully lured an Israeli force and detonated a bomb, resulting in the deaths of five soldiers and injuries to others. The incident occurred east of the city of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip. Earlier on the same day, Al-Qassam confirmed that it had killed an additional 15 Israeli soldiers in an operation east of Rafah. They also targeted a tank in the Al-Tanour neighbourhood, located to the east of Rafah in the far south of the Gaza Strip. Abu Ubaida, the military spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, criticized the Israeli leadership, accusing them of recklessly endangering their soldiers.
Source:Daily News Egypt
May 18, 2024 20:25 UTC
Egypt refutes Israeli media reports of withdrawing from SA’s lawsuit against Israel at ICJ
Egypt has denied Israeli media reports that it has withdrawn from joining South Africa in a lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The lawsuit seeks to address Israel’s alleged violations of its obligations under the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide in the Gaza Strip. The Ministry cited the “increasing severity and scope of Israeli attacks against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip” as the reason for its intervention. It further highlighted “systematic practices against the Palestinian people,” including the targeting of civilians, destruction of infrastructure, and forced displacement. The ministry cited the “increasing severity and scope of Israeli attacks against Palestinian civilians” as the impetus for its decision.
Source:Daily News Egypt
May 18, 2024 11:41 UTC
Humanitarian crisis in Gaza, cannot be allowed to continue, WHO spokesperson
CAIRO – 17 May 2024: World Health Organization spokesperson said, Friday that the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, cannot be allowed to continue. He added that the health systems, infrastructure, and service facilities in the Gaza Strip must be supported, stressing the necessity of an immediate ceasefire, after the major crisis that Gaza witnessed over the past months, causing civilian suffering and the spread of many diseases. The quantities of fuel entering Gaza are not sufficient to operate the Strip’s hospitals, and some Gaza hospitals have been completely closed,” WHO spokesperson said. On the other side, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement of Hamas (Al-Qassam Brigades) has attacked Israeli forces, injuring and killing a number of them. The Al-Qassam Brigades announced that their fighters targeted a special zionist force holed up in a building using a TBG shell east of the city of Jabalia, in the northern Gaza Strip, on Friday.
Source:Egypt Today
May 17, 2024 18:26 UTC
Egypt braces for sizzling summer weather with temperatures soaring to 40 degrees
Temperatures in the shaded areas of Egypt will flirt with, record, or even surpass the 40-degree mark, at least until Thursday. In Greater Cairo, expect highs ranging from 37 to 39 degrees all week long, with lows hovering around 23-24 degrees. Moving to northern Upper Egypt, brace yourself for some truly scorching temperatures that may exceed 40 degrees, reaching a toasty 42 degrees on certain days. As for southern Upper Egypt, home to the captivating wonders of Luxor and Aswan, get ready for the hottest temperatures in all of Egypt. Highs will sizzle at 41-43 degrees, while lows will offer a bit of relief at 27-28 degrees.
Source:Egypt Today
May 17, 2024 14:02 UTC
Death toll of Palestinians in Israeli genocidal war rises to 35,303: Health Ministry in Gaza
The Israeli occupation forces committed four massacres, killing dozens of Palestinians, including 31 martyrs who were transported to hospitals and 90 injured within the last 24 hours. On the other side, the military wing of the Islamic Resistance Movement of Hamas (Al-Qassam Brigades) has attacked Israeli forces, injuring and killing a number of them. The Al-Qassam Brigades announced that their fighters targeted a special zionist force holed up in a building using a TBG shell east of the city of Jabalia, in the northern Gaza Strip, on Friday. Meanwhile, Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades stated on Friday that their fighters were able to bombard an Israeli vehicle position east of the central governorate with heavy caliber mortar shells. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades also targeted positions of Israeli soldiers and vehicles with standard mortar shells on the combat axis east of "George" Street in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip.
Source:Egypt Today
May 17, 2024 12:39 UTC
Know more about Egypt's water resources
CAIRO - 16 May 2024: The ancient Egyptian civilization was a pioneer in good water management and in harnessing the waters of the Nile River to build a great civilization. Over the past years, development has continued for all elements of the water system until the present day, as Egypt works to confront water challenges resulting from limited water resources and population increase. 2- Egypt’s water needs are about 114 billion cubic meters of water annually, while Egypt’s water resources are estimated at about 59.60 billion cubic meters annually. 3- We have 55.50 billion from the Nile River water, 1.30 billion from rainwater, 2.40 billion from non-renewable deep groundwater and 0.40 billion from seawater desalination. 4- A total of 20.90 billion cubic meters of water are reused annually, and agricultural crops are imported from abroad, corresponding to a water consumption estimated at about 33.50 billion cubic meters of water annually.
Source:Egypt Today
May 16, 2024 15:33 UTC
India and Iran to Ink 10-Year Chabahar Port Management Deal
India and Iran are set to sign a 10-year agreement for India to manage the Chabahar port, marking a significant development in bilateral cooperation with potential geopolitical implications for the region. The Chabahar port is seen as a crucial link between India and Afghanistan, Central Asia, and the wider Eurasian region, ANI, a partner of TV BRICS reported. Future plans include connecting Chabahar with the North-South International Transport Corridor, which aims to create a trade route from India to Russia through Iran. The North-South International Transport Corridor is envisioned to transport goods from India and the Gulf States to Western and Northern Europe through Iran, Azerbaijan, and Russia, integrating the railways of these countries. Experts view the Chabahar port agreement as a geopolitical milestone, facilitating trade and connectivity in the region.
Source:Daily News Egypt
May 16, 2024 10:09 UTC
Iran to Strengthen Ties with India in BRICS and SCO
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian announced plans to deepen relations with India within the BRICS and Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) frameworks. Amir-Abdollahian affirmed Iran’s commitment to strengthening ties with India on both bilateral and multilateral levels. The Iranian foreign minister highlighted the signing of an agreement with India on the development and operation of Iran’s Chabahar port. He hailed this as a significant opportunity to bolster trade cooperation between the two nations, pledging Iran’s full support to fulfil the terms of the agreement. This development marks a significant step in expanding collaboration between Iran and India, particularly within the BRICS and SCO frameworks.
Source:Daily News Egypt
May 16, 2024 09:57 UTC
President Sisi arrives in Bahrain to attend 33rd Arab Summit
CAIRO – 15 May 2024: Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al Sisi arrived in Bahrain on Wednesday to attend the 33rd session of the Arab League Council. Bahraini Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad al Khalifa received Sisi at the airport. Sisi’s participation in the Arab Summit in Manama reflects Egypt’s keenness to coordinate stances with Arab countries in this critical time and amid big challenges facing the Arab world. The Israeli aggression in Gaza tops the agenda of the Arab Summit, which will kick off here Thursday. President Sisi is expected to hold several bilateral meetings with Arab leaders, on the sidelines of the summit, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation and joint coordination mechanisms.
Source:Egypt Today
May 15, 2024 15:19 UTC
CBE pulls record EGP 1 trillion to curb inflation
CAIRO – 15 May 2024: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) pulled EGP 1 trillion in liquidity from local banks, which is the largest such withdrawal in the bank's history. The interest rate offered during the CBE's weekly fixed-rate auction was set at 27.75 percent, as stated on the bank's official website. This liquidity withdrawal is part of the CBE's open market operations to effectively regulate the money supply within the Egyptian banking system. The purpose of these deposit auctions is to help curb the country's high inflation rate. The overall monthly inflation rate for April 2024 was 0.9 percent, compared to 1.0 percent in March 2024.
Source:Egypt Today
May 15, 2024 12:15 UTC
President Sisi holds bilateral meetings with arab leaders at Bahrain Summit
CAIRO - 15 May 2024: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi heads to the Kingdom of Bahrain on Wednesday, to participate in the 33rd session of the Arab League Council at the summit level, held in Manama. Key Points of President Sisi's ParticipationFocus on Arab Coordination: The spokesperson for the Presidency, Counselor Ahmed Fahmy, stated that President Sisi's participation in the summit emphasizes Egypt's commitment to coordinating with Arab brothers and unifying positions. This comes in light of the critical phase the Arab region is experiencing and the significant challenges it faces on various levels. Additionally, there will be a focus on monitoring Arab joint efforts to support the development trajectory for the benefit of all Arab peoples. Bilateral Meetings:President Sisi is scheduled to hold several bilateral meetings with his Arab counterparts on the sidelines of the summit to discuss ways to enhance cooperation and mechanisms for joint coordination.
Source:Egypt Today
May 15, 2024 11:43 UTC
International court holds hearings on additional emergency measures against Israel
South Africa submitted a request last week to impose additional measures due to the Israeli attack on Rafah, Palestine. Egypt announced on Sunday its intervention to support South Africa's case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which accuses Israel of committing acts of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. The statement emphasizes that Egypt's intervention comes in response to the escalating severity and scale of Israeli assaults on Palestinians in Gaza. Egypt calls on Israel, as the occupying force, to comply with the provisional measures issued by the ICJ. These measures call for ensuring adequate aid delivery and refraining from any violations against Palestinians by Israeli forces.
Source:Egypt Today
May 14, 2024 23:53 UTC
Valu, Forset Hayah Foundation partner to treat children with rare diseases
Valu, a leading financial technology company in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), has partnered with the Forset Hayah Foundation to support the treatment of children with rare diseases, particularly spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), in 2024. During Ramadan, EGP 20 was donated to the foundation for every transaction made using Valu, helping to save the lives of 10 children with SMA. Walid Hassouna, CEO of Valu, expressed pride in partnering with Forset Hayah, highlighting Valu’s commitment to making a positive social impact. Ghada Mounib, Founder and Head of the Board of Trustees at Forset Hayah Foundation, expressed excitement about the partnership, emphasizing the importance of Valu’s financial technology in simplifying the donation process. Since its establishment in 2017, Valu has been a pioneer in the Egyptian fintech landscape, offering innovative financial solutions.
Source:Daily News Egypt
May 14, 2024 19:00 UTC
Egypt condemns Islamic State's terrorist attack in Iraq
CAIRO – 14 May 2024: Egypt condemned Tuesday the terrorist attack carried out by the Islamic State (IS) against a military post in Iraq's Salaheldin governorate and that killed an officer and four soldiers. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli and his Iraqi counterpart Mohamed Shia' al-Sudani attended in June the signing of 11 MoUs in the fields of funding and providing technical support to SMEs; training of diplomats; training of public employees; tourism; technical cooperation between the trade ministries of both countries to help Iraq become WTO member; youth and sports; social safety; and, planning. Madbouli commended the endorsement of the Iraqi budget for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025, saying it reflects an ambitious reform programme that consists of measures and practical solutions to the delay in executing projects. The prime minister added that such step would have a positive impact on cooperation programmes with Egypt, including the implementation of reconstruction projects by Egyptian firms, which are ready to transfer their experience to Iraqi counterparts through partnerships.
Source:Egypt Today
May 14, 2024 15:13 UTC
Egyptian official reveals percentage of unintended pregnancies
CAIRO – 14 May 2024: Consultant to Health Minister for Population Affairs and Family Development Amr Hassan stated Tuesday that curbing high population growth in Egypt could be achieved by eliminating unintended pregnancies experienced by 20 percent of Egyptian women. The official pointed out that the current fertility rate in Egypt is 2.84, and that tackling the problem of unintended pregnancies may make the country reach the normal replacement rate that is 2.1. Quarter of the population lives in Greater Cairo comprising the governorates of Cairo, Giza, and Qalyoubeya. The most populous governorates in Delta are Cairo (10,303,000); Giza (9,581,000); Sharqia (7,965,000); Daqahleya (7,091,000); and Qalyoubeya (6,176,000). The birth rate fell gradually from 2.685 million in 2015 to 2.596 million in 2016; 2.557 million in 2017; 2.382 million in 2018; 2.304 million in 2019; 2.235 million in 2020; and 2.183 million in 2021.
Source:Egypt Today
May 14, 2024 14:48 UTC