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Egypt’s crackdown on independent media reaches Mada Masr as editor faces trial
Egypt has convicted Mada Masr’s editor-in-chief Lina Attalah and ordered the outlet closed, weeks after arresting the whole Matsada2sh newsroom.
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Science
Ancient ape fossil in Egypt could rewrite the story of human origins
A 17- to 18-million-year-old ape fossil discovered in Egypt is challenging long-held beliefs about where the ancestors of humans and other modern apes first evolved. Scientists now suspect that North Africa and the Middle East, rather than East Africa, may have been the cradle of modern ape evolution.
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Democratic senator blames Egypt press crackdown on US military aid decision
Chris Murphy said waiving a human rights condition on aid paved the way for arrests of journalists.
Travel
Egypt Has the Visitors. Now It Wants Them to Stay Longer and Spend More
Egypt’s hotel pipeline already matches its new pitch, with nearly 90% of planned rooms upscale or luxury. The harder part to deliver is the rest of a premium trip — the best Nile vessels, guides and transport — which already sell out well in advance.
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The next phase of military rule in Egypt is here
El-Sisi’s announcement that he will not run for a fourth term may signal a new leadership arrangement.
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Egypt orders closure of independent news site Mada Masr
Editor-in-chief Lina Attalah was briefly detained and fined over licensing violations. Rights groups condemned the ruling as a major blow to press freedom in Egypt, where independent media face growing pressure.
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Egypt orders closure of leading independent news site Mada Masr
Editor Lina Attalah was freed once a $53,400 fine was paid, only to learn of a one-year sentence passed in her absence.
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Why is Egypt so wary of getting involved in Yemen’s conflict?
As Egypt considers defending Saudi Arabia against Houthi attacks, memories of its war in Yemen in the 1960s loom large.
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What is the Turkiye-Libya maritime deal, and why are the EU, Egypt opposed?
Eastern Libya’s parliament backs a sea border pact with Ankara, a shift that analysts say redraws Libya’s alliances.
Politics
Egypt mulls joining Saudi Arabia in war against Houthis
Egypt may be about to join the war against Houthis. Saudi Arabia has come under sustained attack from the Iran-backed group in recent weeks after a collapse of a truce in Yemen in September. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited Egypt mid-September to request potential military support from the country – a demand put before parliament by the Egyptian president on Saturday. Story by Camille Corcoran.
Politics
Egypt involvement in Yemen 'may actually weaken Cairo's regional role', expert says
Egypt's parliament on Monday delayed a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to authorise military support for Saudi Arabia until next week, state media reported, after an emergency session ended without a decision a day earlier. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Dr May Darwich, Associate Professor in International Relations of the Middle East at the University of Birmingham. She explains that "this kind of military operation does not really have any objectives or exit strategy so at the moment this might actually weaken Egypt's regional role".
Sports
Egypt’s Hassan and Zico suspended over FIFA World Cup refereeing criticism
FIFA punishes Egypt's head coach, forward and team manager for their comments after their World Cup loss to Argentina.
World
What help can Egypt offer Saudi Arabia in the war against the Houthis?
Analysts say that any move from Egypt will remain 'strictly defensive', as the conflict in Yemen intensifies.
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Egypt to provide ‘necessary’ support to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
Presidency says Egypt will provide Saudi Arabia with support to defend its security and protect its resources.
Politics
Saudi-led coalition intercepts drones as Egypt weighs sending help
Forces intercepted and destroyed four drones over Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, Eastern Province and southern region.
Politics
Egypt's Ssisi says he'll defend Saudi Arabia, if asked
The Egyptian president said his country was ready to defend Saudi Arabia "if requested." The comments come amid escalating Houthi attacks.
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Egypt’s el-Sisi vows to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has vowed to take 'any measure' to defend Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks.
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Egypt’s Sisi seeks authorisation for defence assistance to Saudi Arabia
Egyptian president pledges 'any measure' to help defend Saudi Arabia 'if it is requested of us'.
World
Spain to appeal to CAS after FIFA penalty for Islamophobic chants
Spain appeals to Court of Arbitration for Sport following FIFA sanctions for fans' behaviour during Egypt friendly.
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Spain punished by FIFA for Islamophobic chants during Egypt friendly
Spain sanctioned by FIFA after incidents at Espanyol's stadium in Barcelona, which staged the friendly with Egypt.