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"Russia has always played, continues to play, and will continue to play a significant role in the Palestinian issue," the diplomat emphasized

Abdel Hafiz Nofal noted that the second stage should be held soon

The Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his US counterpart Donald Trump, and attended by leaders from more than 20 countries, has made significant engagements across media platforms since President Sisi first announced it at the recent Police Academy graduation ceremony on October 8 The summit prompted Twitter users … The post Sharm El-Sheikh Summit tops social media with 2.8 billion views across 18,000 posts appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani pointed out that the summit will contribute to achieving a comprehensive, just and sustainable solution to the Palestinian cause

World leaders gathered Monday evening in the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh to witness the signing of a landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, marking what U.S. President Donald Trump called "a great day for the Middle East." The post Trump, World Leaders Sign Gaza Ceasefire Pact at Egypt Peace Summit appeared first on Worthy Christian News.

In his words, "since the very start of it, under the leadership of Erdogan, Turkey has been conducting active diplomacy to end Israel’s genocide against Gaza, to protect civilians and ensure uninterrupted aid deliveries"

An international summit on peace in the Middle East was held Monday in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh, jointly chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump, with the participation of leaders and representatives from over 31 Arab and foreign countries, as well as international and regional organizations. At the […]

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi and US President Donald Trump co-chaired a peace summit in Egypt's Sharm el Sheikh on Monday on Gaza's future and the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

US President Donald Trump noted that the conflict "is over after 3000 years"

Trump, world leaders gather in Egypt for ceasefire deal signing with Netanyahu absent  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosLive updates: Israel-Gaza war; Hostages released as Trump addresses Israeli parliament  CNNLIVE: After Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, world leaders sign Gaza deal  Al JazeeraIsrael's Netanyahu won't attend Egypt summit on ending Gaza war  ReutersTrump celebrates peace in the Middle East after signing Gaza deal: 'Achieved the impossible'  Fox News

Trump, world leaders gather in Egypt for ceasefire deal signing with Netanyahu absent  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosLive updates: Israel-Gaza war; Hostages released as Trump addresses Israeli parliament  CNNLIVE: After Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, world leaders sign Gaza deal  Al JazeeraIsrael's Netanyahu won't attend Egypt summit on ending Gaza war  ReutersTrump celebrates peace in the Middle East after signing Gaza deal: 'Achieved the impossible'  Fox News

Israel's Netanyahu won't attend Egypt summit on ending Gaza war  ReutersLIVE: After Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, world leaders sign Gaza deal  Al JazeeraIntroducing Trump, Sissi says two-state solution is only way to Israel’s security  The Times of IsraelTrump, world leaders gather in Egypt for ceasefire deal signing with Netanyahu absent  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosEgyptian president says Trump’s Mideast proposal is ‘last chance’ for peace in the region  AP News

Israel's Netanyahu won't attend Egypt summit on ending Gaza war  ReutersLIVE: After Israel-Hamas prisoner swap, world leaders sign Gaza deal  Al JazeeraIntroducing Trump, Sissi says two-state solution is only way to Israel’s security  The Times of IsraelTrump, world leaders gather in Egypt for ceasefire deal signing with Netanyahu absent  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and VideosEgyptian president says Trump’s Mideast proposal is ‘last chance’ for peace in the region  AP News

Cairo has said on numerous occasions that it is ready to host an international meeting on issues of restoring Gaza’s infrastructure as soon as hostilities in the enclave end

SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt — World leaders gathered Monday in Egypt for a summit aimed at supporting the ceasefire reached in Gaza, ending the Israel-Hamas war and developing a long-term vision to rebuild the devastated Palestinian territory. Before the summit co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fatah el-Sissi and U.S. President Donald Trump began, el-Sissi hailed Trump as the “only one” able to bring peace to the region. Israel and Hamas came under pressure from the United States, Arab countries and Turkey to agree on the ceasefire’s first phase negotiated in Qatar through mediators. The truce began Friday. But major questions remain over what happens next, raising the risk of a slide back into war. The gathering reflects the international will to follow through on the deal. More than 20 world leaders attended the summit, including King Abdullah of Jordan, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the French president and the British prime

World leaders met in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh to cement a Gaza ceasefire and launch reconstruction, as Hamas freed the last living Israeli hostages and Israel released thousands of Palestinian prisoners under a U.S.-brokered deal

SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt (AP) — The U.S. and Egyptian presidents are chairing a gathering of world leaders dubbed “Summit for Peace” on Monday to support ending the more than two-year Israel-Hamas war in Gaza after a breakthrough ceasefire deal. Israel and Hamas have no direct contacts and were not expected to attend Monday’s summit. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not travel to the venue because of a Jewish holiday, his office said. President Donald Trump headed to Egypt after a stop in Israel. Israel has rejected any role in Gaza for the internationally backed Palestinian Authority, whose leader, Mahmoud Abbas, arrived in the Egyptian Red Sea resort town of Sharm el-Sheikh on Monday afternoon, ahead of the gathering. The summit comes as Hamas released 20 remaining living Israeli hostages and Israel started to free hundreds of Palestinians from its prisons, crucial steps under the ceasefire that began on Friday. But major questions remain unanswered over what happens

The Israeli prime minister’s office says Benjamin Netanyahu will not attend the Gaza peace summit in Egypt due to the “proximity of the event to the start of the holiday.”

Trump brokered Netanyahu's participation at Gaza peace conference in Egypt  AxiosNetanyahu Declines Egypt Peace Summit Invite After Reports He’d Go  Bloomberg.comAs Donald Trump heads to Gaza ‘peace summit’ in Egypt, who is going – and who isn’t?  The GuardianWorld leaders gathering in Egypt throw their weight behind the Gaza ceasefire deal  AP NewsNetanyahu to skip Trump’s Middle East peace summit in Egypt as new regional dynamics take shape  Fox News

Trump brokered Netanyahu's participation at Gaza peace conference in Egypt  AxiosNetanyahu Declines Egypt Peace Summit Invite After Reports He’d Go  Bloomberg.comAs Donald Trump heads to Gaza ‘peace summit’ in Egypt, who is going – and who isn’t?  The GuardianWorld leaders gathering in Egypt throw their weight behind the Gaza ceasefire deal  AP NewsNetanyahu to skip Trump’s Middle East peace summit in Egypt as new regional dynamics take shape  Fox News

President Donald Trump told Israeli lawmakers on Monday that their country had no more to achieve on the battlefield and must work toward peace in the Middle East after two years of war against Hamas and skirmishes with Hezbollah and Iran. Although the U.S.-brokered truce between Israel and Hamas remains fragile, Trump is determined to seize an opportunity to chase an elusive regional harmony. “Generations from now, this will be remembered as the moment that everything began to change,” he declared to the Knesset, which welcomed him as a hero. The Republican president also used the opportunity to settle political scores and thank his supporters, criticizing Democratic predecessors and praising a top donor, Miriam Adelson, in the audience. In an unexpected detour, Trump called on the Israeli president to pardon Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he described as “one of the greatest” wartime leaders. Netanyahu faces corruption charges, although several hearings have been

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will skip the Sharm el-Sheikh peace conference hosted by President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.

SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt — The U.S. and Egyptian presidents are chairing a gathering of world leaders dubbed “Summit for Peace” on Monday to support ending the more than two-year Israel-Hamas war in Gaza after a breakthrough ceasefire deal. Israel and Hamas have no direct contacts and were not expected to attend Monday's summit. The Israeli prime minister's office said Benjamin Netanyahu will not travel to the venue because of a Jewish holiday. Israel has rejected any role in Gaza for the internationally backed Palestinian Authority, whose leader, Mahmoud Abbas, arrived in the Egyptian Red Sea resort town of Sharm el-Sheikh early on Monday afternoon ahead of the gathering. The summit comes as Hamas released 20 remaining living Israeli hostages and Israel started to free hundreds of Palestinians from its prisons, crucial steps after a ceasefire began on Friday. But major questions remain unanswered over what happens next, raising the risk of slide back into war — even as the world pushes

The Israeli military has announced the return of the first group of seven hostages, who are currently receiving medical assessments and reuniting with their families. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has arrived in Israel. read more

Comes after PM and Sissi hold Trump-brokered phone conversation - first in 2.5 years; Also, the president of Indonesia, which does not have official relations with Israel, is expected to visit Israel on Wednesday

As Donald Trump heads to Gaza ‘peace summit’ in Egypt who is going – and who isn’t?  The GuardianPalestinian president to attend Egypt summit on ending war in Gaza  BBCTranscript: Badr Abdelatty on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 12, 2025  CBS NewsEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraIndia sends Minister to Egypt for Gaza summit  The Hindu

As Donald Trump heads to Gaza ‘peace summit’ in Egypt who is going – and who isn’t?  The GuardianPalestinian president to attend Egypt summit on ending war in Gaza  BBCTranscript: Badr Abdelatty on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 12, 2025  CBS NewsEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraIndia sends Minister to Egypt for Gaza summit  The Hindu

Trump Heads to Israel and Then Egypt as Hostage-Prisoner Swap Nears  The New York TimesTrump administration news: Shutdown stalemate drags on as president heads to Israel  CNNPresident Travels to Israel for Hostage Release  The New York TimesTrump says Hamas may release 20 hostages ‘a little bit early’ as he heads to Middle East  Fox NewsHere's the biggest news you missed this weekend  NBC News

Trump Heads to Israel and Then Egypt as Hostage-Prisoner Swap Nears  The New York TimesTrump administration news: Shutdown stalemate drags on as president heads to Israel  CNNPresident Travels to Israel for Hostage Release  The New York TimesTrump says Hamas may release 20 hostages ‘a little bit early’ as he heads to Middle East  Fox NewsHere's the biggest news you missed this weekend  NBC News

In Israel, he plans to meet with hostage families and address the Knesset, and in Egypt, he will help lead a summit with more than 20 countries to discuss the peace process in Gaza.

Iran’s foreign minister says he cannot sit down with leaders who have “attacked the Iranian people and continue to threaten and sanction us.”

Palestinian President Abbas to attend Egypt summit on ending war in Gaza  BBCEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraIran declines invitation to attend summit in Egypt  The Times of IsraelStarmer to hail signing of Trump’s Gaza deal as ‘crucial phase’ to ending war  The IndependentGaza live: Trump departs for Israel and Egypt, says trip will be 'very special'  France 24

Palestinian President Abbas to attend Egypt summit on ending war in Gaza  BBCEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraIran declines invitation to attend summit in Egypt  The Times of IsraelStarmer to hail signing of Trump’s Gaza deal as ‘crucial phase’ to ending war  The IndependentGaza live: Trump departs for Israel and Egypt, says trip will be 'very special'  France 24

Egypt to host a 'peace summit' marking the end of the Gaza war, with Donald Trump, Mahmoud Abbas and Western leaders — but without Netanyahu; France plans to reaffirm support for a Palestinian state

The Syrian Arab Republic has extended its heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the State of Qatar, its leadership and people, following the tragic death of several Qatari diplomats in a road accident in Egypt’s Sharm El-Sheikh. Syria affirmed its full solidarity with Qatar in this painful time. “With deep sorrow and grief, we received news […]

According to the source, work is underway to prepare for the checkpoint’s opening scheduled for October 14

According to the Turkish president’s office, Erdogan is expected "to speak at the summit and hold consultations with the leaders of participating countries"

According to its sources, the summit in Sharm El-Sheikh will also be attended by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Trump, Sissi to chair Gaza summit in Egypt; Israel not invited; Hamas, PA not attending  The Times of IsraelEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraTranscript: Badr Abdelatty on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 12, 2025  CBS NewsDonald Trump to travel to Israel as country anxiously awaits hostage releases  Financial TimesStarmer to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan, No 10 says  BBC

Trump, Sissi to chair Gaza summit in Egypt; Israel not invited; Hamas, PA not attending  The Times of IsraelEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraTranscript: Badr Abdelatty on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 12, 2025  CBS NewsDonald Trump to travel to Israel as country anxiously awaits hostage releases  Financial TimesStarmer to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan, No 10 says  BBC

The Gaza peace summit is being convened in Egypt’s Sharm El Sheikh following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas

An Egyptian archaeological mission working at the Tel al-Kharouba archaeological site in the Sheikh Zuweid area of North Sinai has uncovered a military fortress from the New Kingdom period. One of the largest and most important fortresses discovered on the Horus War Road, the site is located near the Mediterranean coast. This archaeological discovery documents … The post Major ancient Egyptian military fortress uncovered in Sinai appeared first on Egypt Independent.

According to her, not a single Israeli representative will take part in it

Trump and el-Sisi to chair peace summit Monday to end war in Gaza  politico.euDonald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianOfficials: Egypt summit to see 4 guarantors endorse 'broad principles' of Trump's Gaza plan; Israel, PA not invited  The Times of IsraelEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraStarmer to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan, No 10 says  BBC

Trump and el-Sisi to chair peace summit Monday to end war in Gaza  politico.euDonald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianOfficials: Egypt summit to see 4 guarantors endorse 'broad principles' of Trump's Gaza plan; Israel, PA not invited  The Times of IsraelEl-Sisi, Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraStarmer to attend Egypt summit on Gaza peace plan, No 10 says  BBC

Dozens of trucks crossed the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing on Sunday, as tens of thousands of Palestinians return to their destroyed neighbourhoods. Meanwhile, world leaders are expected to gather to finalise the peace deal in Egypt on Monday.

Three Qatari diplomats were killed and two others injured in a traffic accident in Sharm El-Sheikh, South Sinai, while on official duty, the Qatari Embassy in Cairo announced. “The embassy is coordinating with Egyptian authorities to investigate the crash and arrange the repatriation of the deceased and injured to Doha. The two injured diplomats are […]

Live updates: Israelis await release of hostages ahead of major Gaza summit in Egypt  CNNIsraelis praise Trump at huge rally ahead of expected hostage release by Hamas in Gaza  BBCHamas says it could free hostages later today, confirms 20 alive  The Times of IsraelIsrael awaits the release of hostages, as Palestinians return to the ruins of their homes  CBS NewsGaza ceasefire live: aid relief scaled up as Hamas confirms it will begin releasing Israeli hostages on Monday morning  The Guardian

Live updates: Israelis await release of hostages ahead of major Gaza summit in Egypt  CNNIsraelis praise Trump at huge rally ahead of expected hostage release by Hamas in Gaza  BBCHamas says it could free hostages later today, confirms 20 alive  The Times of IsraelIsrael awaits the release of hostages, as Palestinians return to the ruins of their homes  CBS NewsGaza ceasefire live: aid relief scaled up as Hamas confirms it will begin releasing Israeli hostages on Monday morning  The Guardian

CAIRO– Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s historical commitment to peace and sustainable water management, addressing the opening session of the 8th Cairo Water Week with a call for cooperation among Nile Basin countries. The event coincides with preparations for a peace summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, expected to be attended […] The post FM links water security to peace at Cairo Water Week appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

CAIRO, Oct 12 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s historical commitment to peace and sustainable water management, addressing the opening session of the 8th Cairo Water Week with a call for cooperation among Nile Basin countries. The event coincides with preparations for a peace summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, … The post FM links water security to peace at Cairo Water Week appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Three people were killed and two others were injured from the Qatari delegation participating in the Gaza ceasefire negotiations in a car rollover accident while traveling on a main road in South Sinai, Egypt. Authorities in South Sinai received a report of a car rollover accident on the El-Tor/ Sharm El-Sheikh road, near kilometer 50 between … The post Three Qatari delegation members die in traffic accident near Sharm El-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian Presidency on Saturday announced the convening of an international summit titled “Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit” in Sharm El-Sheikh on Monday, October 13. The summit will be co-chaired by President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and US President Donald Trump, with leaders from more than twenty countries participating. The summit aims to discuss ending the war … The post Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit to be co-chaired by Sisi and Trump on Monday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

As of now, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not commented on his participation in the summit

Starmer to attend Gaza peace summit in Egypt, No 10 says  BBCAid groups scale up relief in Gaza as Starmer prepares to join Trump at Egypt ceasefire summit  BBCDonald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianEl-Sisi and Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraEgypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement  Reuters

Starmer to attend Gaza peace summit in Egypt, No 10 says  BBCAid groups scale up relief in Gaza as Starmer prepares to join Trump at Egypt ceasefire summit  BBCDonald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianEl-Sisi and Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraEgypt to convene global leaders, including Trump, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Gaza war agreement  Reuters

Egypt’s Presidency announced on Sunday that Sharm El-Sheikh will host an international peace summit on Monday, co-chaired by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump. Leaders from more than 20 nations are expected to attend. In an official statement, the Presidency said the “Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit” aims to end the war […]

Members of Doha's protocol team among victims in crash en route to Gaza ceasefire signing in Sharm el-Sheikh, set to be co-chaired by President el-Sissi and US President Trump, with leaders from over 20 nations expected to attend

Three Qatari diplomats are reportedly killed and two more injured near the Egyptian resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh.

CAIRO — U.S. President Donald Trump and his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will on Monday chair a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, the Egyptian presidency said on Saturday. The meeting will take place on Monday afternoon "with the participation of leaders from more than twenty countries," it said. It will aim "to end the war in the Gaza Strip, enhance efforts to achieve peace and stability in the Middle East, and usher in a new era of regional security and stability". U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he will attend, as will Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni and Pedro Sanchez of Spain. French President Emmanuel Macron has also confirmed his attendance. There was no immediate word about whether Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would be in Sharm el-Sheikh, while Hamas has said it will not take part. Hossam Badran, a Hamas political bureau member, told AFP in an interview that the Palestinian militant group

President Trump will address Israel's Knesset and visit Cairo as part of a trip marking the historic Israel-Hamas peace deal before honoring Charlie Kirk.

Three Qatari diplomats killed in car crash near Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, just ahead of a major summit aimed at ending the war in Gaza, set to be chaired by Presidents Trump and al-Sisi.

Donald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianEl-Sisi and Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraEgypt confirms international leaders’ summit on Monday to discuss Gaza ceasefire - as it happened  The GuardianTrump to attend summit of world leaders on end of Gaza war in Egypt  Euronews.comUN chief Guterres confirms attendance at upcoming Gaza peace summit in Egypt  The Times of Israel

Donald Trump and Abdel Fatah al-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit on Monday  The GuardianEl-Sisi and Trump to chair Gaza summit in Egypt on Monday  Al JazeeraEgypt confirms international leaders’ summit on Monday to discuss Gaza ceasefire - as it happened  The GuardianTrump to attend summit of world leaders on end of Gaza war in Egypt  Euronews.comUN chief Guterres confirms attendance at upcoming Gaza peace summit in Egypt  The Times of Israel

These diplomats were members of the Qatar’s delegation at negotiations on the conflict settlement in the Gaza Strip, Al Arabiya reports

President Trump will lead Monday's summit, where No 10 says the peace plan will be signed.

Syria took part in the 103rd session of the Board of Directors of the Arab Labor Organization in the Egyptian capital, Cairo on Saturday aimed at addressing several issue including the condition of Palestinian workers and the people in the occupied Arab territories, and key labor issues across the Arab world. Fawaz Al-Ahmad, head of […]

On Saturday, Egyptian government sources said Trump will be received in the Red City of Sharm El Sheikh by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to participate in a signing ceremony along with the other guarantors of the Gaza peace deal.

In an exclusive interview, Alaa Abdel Fattah tells the BBC's Today programme about life after prison.

The banks of the Nile in Cairo are set to witness an extraordinary spectacle -a bus that transitions from navigating crowded city streets to cruising along the Nile River. The amphibious bus, scheduled to start trial operations before the end of 2025, marks a significant leap in the country’s efforts to modernise its transport infrastructure […] The post First-ever amphibious bus to modernise Egypt’s transport, tourism appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

During his trip to the Middle East, he will also visit Israel, where he will address the Knesset

The meeting may take place in Sharm El Sheikh on October 13 or 14, said portal

President Trump will host a Gaza summit in Egypt next week, joined by global leaders to support his peace plan.

By Mohamed Attia EgyptAir reaffirmed its growing global footprint in the air transport and tourism industries through its distinguished participation in the TTG International Travel and Tourism Exhibition held in Rimini, Italy—one of the most prestigious global events dedicated to the travel and tourism sector. This year’s participation marked one of EgyptAir’s largest and most […] The post EgyptAir showcases growth, innovation at TTG Travel and Tourism Exhibition in Italy appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.

Rising Chinese scepticism towards Western classical history and its scholarly framework has found its latest target in ancient Egyptian treasures, adding an unexpected twist to the two countries’ long-term partnership. From July last year until August this year, the Shanghai Museum hosted a major exhibition on ancient Egypt, marking the first collaboration between a Chinese state-run museum and the Egyptian government. It was the largest exhibition of Egyptian artefacts ever staged outside Egypt...

Hakan Fidan clarified that "at the moment, the group has no pre-defined responsibilities"

Earlier, the US president said that Israel and Hamas had agreed on the first stage of the peace plan after talks in Egypt

A once-in-a-decade exhibition of ancient deities — many are goddesses — ranging over more than 3,000 years, from monumental statues to gleaming figurines.

Egyptian Foreign Minister and Minister of Immigration and Expatriate Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, announced that during his meeting with his Dutch counterpart, they discussed what he described as an “existential Egyptian issue,” namely the matter of water. During a joint press conference held on Tuesday, with the Dutch Minister, Abdelatty explained that these actions—which Egypt has … The post Egypt condemns Ethiopia’s ‘irresponsible policies’ for Sudan floods and Nile Delta damage appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The agreement may be announced on Thursday

Trump expects Gaza deal soon and may travel to Egypt for signing  AxiosLive updates: Trump may travel to Middle East on Sunday, as sources say Gaza deal ‘very close’  CNNTop officials from US and Qatar join talks aimed at brokering peace in Gaza  The HillGaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsArab mediators said to give Israel, Hamas until Friday to sign first phase of Gaza deal  The Times of Israel

Trump expects Gaza deal soon and may travel to Egypt for signing  AxiosLive updates: Trump may travel to Middle East on Sunday, as sources say Gaza deal ‘very close’  CNNTop officials from US and Qatar join talks aimed at brokering peace in Gaza  The HillGaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsArab mediators said to give Israel, Hamas until Friday to sign first phase of Gaza deal  The Times of Israel

Senior Israeli official sees growing optimism for breakthrough in Sharm talks to end Gaza war, free 48 hostages; Turkey joins push as US backs Trump plan; gaps remain over IDF withdrawal and prisoner releases

As ceasefire talks continue, Golani Brigade troops with air support thwart attack; searches ongoing, no Israeli casualties; Defense Minister Katz: Use any force needed to protect soldiers—without limitation or hesitation

Learn about the history of Karnak, an ancient Egyptian temple complex that was likely positioned on an island as a way to appease the gods.

US Special Envoy and President Trump's son-in-law arrive in Sharm el-Sheikh for talks on a ceasefire deal and the release of all of the remaining hostages.

Gaza ceasefire talks resume in Egypt as Israel intercepts another aid flotilla - live updates  CNNMideast Envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner Set to Attend Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Egypt Today  Democracy Now!Gaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsKushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  AxiosCautious optimism at Gaza talks as Hamas hands over lists of names for swap deal  Reuters

Gaza ceasefire talks resume in Egypt as Israel intercepts another aid flotilla - live updates  CNNMideast Envoy Witkoff and Jared Kushner Set to Attend Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Egypt Today  Democracy Now!Gaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsKushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  AxiosCautious optimism at Gaza talks as Hamas hands over lists of names for swap deal  Reuters

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner set to join Israel-Hamas talks in Egypt  Financial TimesGaza ceasefire talks resume in Egypt as Israel intercepts another aid flotilla - live updates  CNNGaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsSenior U.S. officials join Gaza ceasefire talks as momentum builds  The Washington PostKushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  Axios

Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner set to join Israel-Hamas talks in Egypt  Financial TimesGaza ceasefire talks resume in Egypt as Israel intercepts another aid flotilla - live updates  CNNGaza talks: Witkoff, Kushner join; Hamas says hostage, prisoner lists exchanged with Israel  NBC NewsSenior U.S. officials join Gaza ceasefire talks as momentum builds  The Washington PostKushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  Axios

Envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff joined talks in Egypt with Israeli, Qatari, Turkish, and Hamas representatives amid reports of optimism and progress toward a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Senior Palestinian source tells Ynet that, as part of the talks in Egypt on the Trump plan, they are trying to increase the list of prisoners serving life sentences to be released from 250 to 300  and create an image of 'all for all'; Senior mediators are joining the talks, with the focus on: guarantees of permanent end to fighting, withdrawal and aid

The Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, inaugurated the tomb of Amenhotep III on Tuesday in the Valley of the Kings, west of Luxor, following the finalization of restoration work. International delegations representing UNESCO and the Japanese Embassy, ​​as well as several ministry officials and restoration experts, participated in the opening. The attendees toured … The post Egypt reopens Amenhotep III’s tomb in Luxor following restoration work appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Kushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  AxiosHamas wants ‘guarantees’ Israel will end Gaza war as talks on day 2 wrap up  Al JazeeraThe Sticking Points to a Gaza Hostage Deal  The Wall Street JournalWhy Israel and Hamas Might Finally Have a Deal  The New YorkerWitkoff and Kushner Expected to Join Israel-Hamas Talks  The New York Times

Kushner and Trump envoy arrive in Egypt for crucial negotiations on Gaza deal  AxiosHamas wants ‘guarantees’ Israel will end Gaza war as talks on day 2 wrap up  Al JazeeraThe Sticking Points to a Gaza Hostage Deal  The Wall Street JournalWhy Israel and Hamas Might Finally Have a Deal  The New YorkerWitkoff and Kushner Expected to Join Israel-Hamas Talks  The New York Times

The arrival of Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff comes as a second day of talks ended without tangible results, a Palestinian official tells the BBC.

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt as Gaza ceasefire talks continue  CBS NewsLive updates: Gaza ceasefire talks underway as Israel marks anniversary of October 7 attack  CNNTrump says US will do ‘everything possible’ to ensure all sides stick to his Gaza plan  The Times of IsraelWhy Israel and Hamas Might Finally Have a Deal  The New YorkerThe Sticking Points to a Gaza Hostage Deal  The Wall Street Journal

U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt as Gaza ceasefire talks continue  CBS NewsLive updates: Gaza ceasefire talks underway as Israel marks anniversary of October 7 attack  CNNTrump says US will do ‘everything possible’ to ensure all sides stick to his Gaza plan  The Times of IsraelWhy Israel and Hamas Might Finally Have a Deal  The New YorkerThe Sticking Points to a Gaza Hostage Deal  The Wall Street Journal

US officials optimistic about chances for a deal, praise Netanyahu and Israel's military pressure on Hamas as key to recent diplomatic progress.