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[CAF] Egypt's FIFA World Cup dream ended in heartbreaking fashion on Tuesday after the Pharaohs produced a heroic performance before eventually succumbing 3-2 to defending champions Argentina in a dramatic Round of 16 encounter in Atlanta.

Few artists in the Arab world have enjoyed the enduring popularity and artistic consistency of Walid Toufic. As the Lebanese music icon celebrates the Golden Jubilee of his career, he reflects on artistic longevity, the enduring power of Arab musical heritage, artificial intelligence, and why sincerity—not algorithms—remains the true measure of lasting success. Over a…

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has criticised French referee François Letexier after Egypt were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup by Argentina, claiming the team suffered an “unjust defeat” because of efforts to keep Lionel Messi and the defending champions in the tournament, Anadolu reports. Speaking at a press conference after Egypt’s 3-2 defeat…

Egyptian cinema has secured another important place on the international festival circuit as Khufu, the directorial debut of Egyptian filmmaker Mahmoud Assi, prepares for its world premiere in the international competition at the Locarno Film Festival, one of Europe’s most respected platforms for discovering emerging cinematic talent. The selection not only marks a significant milestone…

Global shipping has taken an important step towards restoring one of the world’s busiest trade corridors after Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd announced that their jointly operated AE15 service under the Gemini Cooperation will resume transits through the Suez Canal instead of sailing around the Cape of Good Hope. The resumption of the first major scheduled Asia–Europe…

Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News Egypt News The global football community erupted in widespread fury on Tuesday evening after defending champions Argentina secured a highly controversial three-two comeback victory against Egypt in Atlanta. Digital platforms, most notably X, were instantly flooded with thousands of viral videos and photographic replays demonstrating that the match was…

A valiant and deeply inspiring performance from Egypt fell just short of a historic World Cup upset on Tuesday, as defending champions Argentina clawed back from two goals down to snatch a heartbreaking 3-2 victory in stoppage time at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Pharaohs delivered a masterclass in tactical discipline and courage for over 80…

French President Emmanuel Macron and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on Tuesday announced a strategic economic partnership to support Syria’s reconstruction, as twin explosions in Damascus briefly overshadowed Macron’s historic visit but failed to disrupt a programme focused on investment and rebuilding. Speaking at a joint press conference in the Syrian capital, Al-Sharaa said Syria was…

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan claimed his side had been "cheated" out of a place in the World Cup quarter-finals after Argentina staged a stunning late comeback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 on Tuesday. "I do not want to put it nicely and talk about hard luck. We have been cheated unfairly today, we have…

With your back to the wall, you don’t also bang your head into it. Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely in his most precarious position yet. But as NATO meets in Ankara this week, is this the moment he chooses truly to test the alliance? His war of choice is dragging down the Russian economy…

La Guaira state, Venezuela — In the mountains of Venezuela’s La Guaira state, workers have excavated new trenches at a cemetery to bury hundreds of people killed in the powerful twin earthquakes nearly two weeks ago, even as many of the bodies being laid to rest remain unidentified. CNN observed heavy machinery working at La…

A newly filed lawsuit alleges that the Trump administration shared confidential information with Tehran about Iranian asylum seekers as it worked to deport them from the United States, putting them at risk of “persecution, torture, and death following their arrival in Iran.” According to the lawsuit, filed Tuesday in the US District Court of the…

Enzo Fernandez scored in stoppage time to give Argentina an incredible 3-2 win over Egypt and a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals on Tuesday. The defending champions had trailed 2-0 after goals from Yasser Ibrahim and and Mostafa Zico at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. But Argentina got two late goals in

Egypt’s General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) and Enterprise Singapore have discussed ways to strengthen bilateral investment cooperation and foster new business partnerships, as Egypt seeks to diversify its sources of foreign direct investment (FDI) and attract high-value projects. The discussions took place between Mohamed Awad, CEO of GAFI, and a delegation from…

Israel should provide the PKK with weaponry and cash and should recognize Diyarbakir as the capital of a future Kurdish state. The post Israel must start arming the PKK – opinion appeared first on World Israel News .

Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, chaired the 17th meeting of the Egyptian Drug Authority’s (EDA) board on Monday to review strategic measures aimed at strengthening the pharmaceutical sector, expanding domestic production and enhancing the country’s regulatory capabilities. The meeting was attended by Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid, Minister…

Egypt has significantly expanded its wastewater treatment infrastructure over the past decade, increasing the number of treatment plants from 385 before 2014 to around 621 in June 2026, according to the Ministry of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities. The expansion included the construction of 236 new wastewater treatment plants, including 47 tertiary treatment facilities, raising…

Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy, Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Chief Executive Ahmed Ghoneim, and French Ambassador to Egypt Eric Chevallier inaugurated the GEM library, a joint Egyptian-French project housing approximately 17,000 specialised volumes, on Monday evening. The facility, which stems from a 2022 initiative between Egypt and France, holds volumes in multiple…

At the Richmond Neighborhood Center in San Francisco, more than 200 people are on the waitlist for the food pantry. The center is just a couple of miles west of “AI Alley,” where a cluster of major AI companies take in billions of dollars in investments and pay out high salaries to employees — in…

Calling the situation 'a shame for the entire world,' Hassan urged FIFA and the international community to advocate for Palestinians. The post Egypt coach turns FIFA press conference into pro-Palestinian platform appeared first on World Israel News .

Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Hossam Issa reaffirmed on Monday, July 6, 2026, the government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with leading global companies and attracting investment to support sustainable economic growth. Speaking during a meeting in the New Capital with a delegation from Ernst & Young (EY) Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Issa…

Minister of Justice Mahmoud al-Sherif discussed on Monday, July 6, 2026, with French Ambassador to Egypt Eric Chevallier future areas of cooperation and partnership, as well as plans aimed at enhancing and developing the judicial system. During the meeting, Sherif reaffirmed Egypt’s firm commitment to the rule of law, stressing that the ministry is continuing…

Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) Walid Gamal al-Din said on Monday, July 6, 2026, that integrating technical education with industrial needs is a key pillar of sustainable investment within the zone. He stressed that successful industrial development depends on the availability of highly skilled and well-trained technical workers. His remarks came during…

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid Saleh said on Monday, July 6, 2026, that Egypt is keen to foster its economic partnership with the UK, boost two-way investments and increase trade exchange between the two countries. The minister made the remarks during his meeting with British Ambassador to Egypt Mark Bryson-Richardson, where the…

The top United Nations human rights body, on Monday, approved without a vote a measure that condemns the escalating violence by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies in and around the city of el-Obeid in the North Kordofan region.

A tanker was reportedly struck by an unknown projectile while sailing near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). Citing an unnamed US official, The Wall Street Journal reported that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had fired at two commercial ships near the Strait. Axios, citing unnamed…

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan reaffirmed his support for the Palestinian people, calling for their right to live, after facing criticism from Israeli commentators for dedicating Egypt’s qualification for the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup to the Palestinians. Speaking at a press conference on the eve of Egypt’s last-16 match against Argentina on Tuesday,…

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi called for nationwide crisis and disaster simulation exercises to be conducted at least once or twice a year, saying regular preparedness and greater public awareness are essential to strengthening the country’s ability to respond effectively to emergencies. Al-Sisi made the remarks during a demonstration of the state’s crisis and disaster…

President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, on Tuesday, reviewed the capabilities of state institutions to respond to crises and disasters, during the inauguration of Egypt’s Strategic Command HQ in the New Capital. The event was attended by Speaker of the House of Representatives Hesham Badawy, Senate Speaker Essam Eddin Farid,…

Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said at the World Cup on Monday that the suffering of the Palestinian people was a "shame on the world" as he called on football to do more to come to their aid. Hassan waved a Palestine flag after the Pharaohs beat Australia on penalties to reach the World Cup last…

On the seventh day of the seventh month, World Nubia Day celebrates a rich and vibrant culture integral to Egyptian identity. In Nubian tradition, the number seven illuminates life’s sacred stepping stones, from seven days of wedding rituals to when, seven days after giving birth, mothers pass through fragrant clouds of incense seven times before…

Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, chaired a meeting of the Board of the Emergency Medical, Genetic and Rare Diseases Fund on Monday to review the fund’s operations and discuss strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare services and expanding support for patients. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Health’s headquarters in…

Egypt on Monday celebrated the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) Library, a new research facility officials say will strengthen cultural ties with France and support international scholarship. GEM Chief Executive Officer Ahmed Ghoneim said the library holds around 17,000 specialised titles covering Egyptology, archaeology, conservation, museology, architecture, history and cultural heritage. Developed with…

Recent snake bite incidents in Sharqiya Governorate have sparked concern, especially as the rising temperatures during the summer sees an increase in the appearance of reptiles near residential and agricultural areas. As snakes search for cooler places and sources of water and food, likelihood of contact with humans has risen. This necessitates taking preventative measures…

Recent snake bite incidents in Sharqiya Governorate have sparked concern, especially as the rising temperatures during the summer sees an increase in the appearance of reptiles near residential and agricultural areas. As snakes search for cooler places and sources of water and food, likelihood of contact with humans has risen. This necessitates taking preventative measures…

From the village he describes as “the back end of nowhere,” eminent political geographer John Agnew began his journey toward understanding the world through a broad spatial imagination. The boy from Haverigg — a village in northwest England — would go on to become one of the most distinguished geographers of the past two centuries.…

Egyptian archaeologists have uncovered two Early Dynastic tombs dating to c. 3100–2686 BC at Gabal El-Teir, a limestone escarpment overlooking the Nile in Minya Governorate, in a discovery offering rare evidence of the transition from Predynastic burial traditions to the increasingly sophisticated funerary architecture of Egypt’s earliest dynasties. The excavation also revealed burials from the…

Egyptian President Abdel al-Fattah al-Sisi’s daughter, Aya al-Sisi, sparked widespread interest after her appearance at the opening of the Strategic Command headquarters in the New Administrative Capital, due to her striking white dress styled after ancient Egypt. The dress featured hieroglyphic embroidery on the sleeves, carrying a symbolic message related to Egyptian identity and heritage.…

“Ayatollah,” an Arabic term meaning “sign of God” or “divine sign,” is a senior clerical title in Twelver Shiite Islam typically reserved for scholars who have spent decades studying and teaching Islamic jurisprudence and theology in seminaries. An ayatollah is generally regarded as a mujtahid — a jurist qualified to use independent legal reasoning and…

The Governor of North Sinai, Major General Dr Khaled Megawer, has approved the first-ever strategic urban development plans for the cities of Hasana and Nekhel in Central Sinai. The decision marks a significant milestone in the governorate’s long-term vision for sustainable growth and integrated urban planning. The approvals represent the latest step in North Sinai’s…

Under the title “The Toys Are Back… and What Happens Behind the Scenes is Just as Exciting as the Story Itself!”, Disney has released a short behind-the-scenes video showcasing the dubbing process for the Egyptian and Standard Arabic versions of “Toy Story 5”. Directed by veteran artist Ahmed Mokhtar, the Arabic dub features a stellar…

By Mohamed Fahmy Editor-in-Chief As the anniversary of the June 30 Revolution returns to the national calendar, Egypt marks 13 years since millions of citizens surged into the streets in an unprecedented display of popular unity. Following these massive popular protests, the Egyptian military issued a statement on July 3, 2013, ousting Mohamed Morsi. The…

Deep within Egypt’s Western Desert, the sands of the Dakhla Oasis have just surrendered a remarkably preserved secret. An Egyptian archaeological mission has discovered an entire, intact residential city dating back to the Byzantine era. Constructed entirely of mud brick at the Ain El-Sabeel site, the sprawling settlement offers a rare, cinematic window into what…

Australian actress Milly Alcock confirmed that her performance as the dragon-riding Rhaenyra Targaryen in the series “House of the Dragon” was what caught the eye of James Gunn, the writer and director of the movie “Superman”. Gunn, alongside Peter Safran, co-leads DC Studios. Their team subsequently selected Alcock to portray Kara Zor-El, globally known as…

Egyptian artifacts at international auctions attract considerable attention from collectors and researchers of ancient Egyptian civilization. These international auction houses witness the sale of dozens of artifacts with vastly varying values. In 2022, a number of Egyptian artifacts were offered at international auctions, particularly at Christie’s and Sotheby’s. Sales prices varied, with some pieces fetching…

Egypt’s Transport Minister, Kamel al-Wazir, inaugurated ten modern electric buses belonging to the “ACTA” public transport company. These buses will support the smart, green public transport system in the New Administrative Capital, coinciding with the Egyptian people’s celebrations of the anniversary of the June 30 Revolution, Youm reported on Tuesday. Key features: Nationally Manufactured: ...…

Aswan Governor Amr Lashin ordered officials to prepare a comprehensive plan to urgently address the stray dog problem. This would include accelerating vaccination and sterilization efforts across the governorate’s various districts and cities. Lashin explained that the stray dog issue directly impacts public safety. The governorate is working to implement an integrated system based on…

By Mohamed Attia Cairo International Airport recently conducted a successful partial emergency drill to test its readiness for unexpected technical failures. The exercise simulated a sudden power outage on the automated people mover (APM), causing the train to stall 50 metres from the station on its way to Terminal 1. The scenario was designed to…