Sinai news

The Russian tourism company Biblio Globus has increased the number of flights from the Russian cities of Ufa, Samara and Nizhny Novgorod to Sharm el-Sheikh by two flights per week from each city, starting from February 2. The move is done in cooperation with the Egyptian Universal Airlines company. The director of Biblio Globus Egypt … The post More flights from Russia to Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Israel's first Chief Rabbi: How were the Mitzvot of Marah a prelude to receiving the Torah?

Palestinians say the aim of the pressure to evacuate the areas is to clear the way for expanded Israeli settlements in the area, which would form the core of any future Palestinian state

The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA) has rammed through a sellout contract at Mount Sinai Hospital following its isolation and shutdown of a three-day strike, according to reports Thursday. More details of the vote results have yet to be released as of this writing.

Jamil Alataresh says there is high responsiveness among Bedouin community members, who wish to help; 'Everyone in the family supports me, and told me to do what I love,' the only Bedouin female in the unit says

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi directed to continue implementing plans of comprehensive development in the Sinai Peninsula, especially with regard to land reclamation. He underlined the importance of increasing agricultural lands in central and north Sinai as well as urban and production projects within the framework of the state’s comprehensive strategy for agriculture and land reclamation … The post Sisi directs to proceed with comprehensive development of Sinai appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The State, with all its affiliated bodies, has exerted arduous efforts to uproot terrorism in Sinai and at the same time establish development projects, affirmed Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly. Speaking at a press conference during an inspection tour in North Sinai governorate on Saturday, Madbouly said the security situation in the governorate is stable, after … The post PM in Sinai: State exerted arduous efforts to uproot terrorism, attain development appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Russian tour operator Tez Tour will resume flights to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh airports starting from January 27. The tours will be operated through the new air carrier “Red Wings” company, after the Russian company’s “iFly” flights stopped last month due to flight restrictions over Jordanian lands and airspace. Tourism expert Essam Ali confirmed … The post Tez Tour resumes flights to Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh on Red Wings appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Mohammad Abu-Anza believes there are many talented athletes in the Bedouin community that didn't get the chance to develop their potential

President Abdel Fattah El Sisi directed on Wednesday 4/1/2023 to support the Sinai community and to expand urban development.   This came during Sisi’s meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli, Defense and Military Production Minister Mohamed Zaki, Interior Minister Mahmoud Tawfik, Local Development Minister Hisham Amna, North Sinai Governor Mohamed Shousha and Presidential Adviser for … The post Sisi directs to support Sinai community, expand urban development appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian Holding Company for Airports and Air Navigation (EHCAAN) has reviewed the most important achievements made so far in its project to develop Sharm El Sheikh airport as passenger throughput at the facility increases. The company explained in a statement on Monday that the airport upgrade plan is one of its most important sustainable … The post EHCAAN reviews Sharm El Sheikh airport upgrade project appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The North Sinai governorate witnessed a wave of torrential rains and wind as bad weather persisted over the past 24 hours. This has affected daily life in the governorate. Streets and markets are almost empty. The governorate’s main operations room is following up all developments in line with directives of North Sinai Governor Mohamed Abdel … The post Torrential rains hit N.Sinai as bad weather continues appeared first on Egypt Independent.

15-year-old pedestrian killed after being hit by car near the entrance to Arad. Driver apprehended a short time later.

Local Bedouin says earlier this month police tried to shut down the events, 'but people are determined to keep them going'; police spokesman claims they 'don't know about bets, and not all races involve bets'

The five are suspected of holding the young man for several hours in order to demand a ransom due to a financial debt.

Amir Alkarnawi, who is suspected of slamming his car into uniformed military boarding school student, denies allegations against him and claims lost control of vehicle

Marom Energy says company intends to establish solar panels on over 150 acres of land owned by several Bedouin families in the Negev Desert, who will receive yearly rent in return

Unprecedented sentence comes after years of neglect by government to prosecute the offense which is wide-spread among Bedouin community; judge says polygamy is source of abuse of women

The Russian airline Azur Air, announced that it will operate direct flights from the Russian city of Kazan to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada international airports Flights to Sharm el-Sheikh will start on Friday, with three weekly flights on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Flights to Hurghada will start from Saturday, with three weekly flights on Saturdays, … The post Russian airline begins operating more flights to Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Israel says it will work to build a program to reach net zero government emissions by 2050.

Bedouin Arab youth. resident of southern Israel, films himself firing M16 out car window, while driving in the Negev.

US President Joe Biden had arrived in Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Friday afternoon. The activities of Friday kicked off under the title “Decarbonization Day”. Preparations to receive US President Joe Biden included: -Extensive security patrols in the streets of Sharm el-Sheikh. -Providing traffic diversions for the purpose of … The post Photos: Sisi receives Biden in Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

US President Joe Biden had arrived in Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Friday afternoon. The activities of Friday kicked off under the title “Decarbonization Day”. Preparations to receive US President Joe Biden included: -Extensive security patrols in the streets of Sharm el-Sheikh. -Providing traffic diversions for the purpose of … The post US president Biden arrived in Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

US President Joe Biden had arrived in Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Friday afternoon. The activities of Friday kicked off under the title “Decarbonization Day”. Preparations to receive US President Joe Biden included: -Extensive security patrols in the streets of Sharm el-Sheikh. -Providing traffic diversions for the purpose of … The post US president arrives in Sharm el-Sheikh to attend COP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian-Jordanian military drills, codenamed “Aqaba 7”, wrapped up on Friday in Egypt’s Southern Military Region. The exercise is part of a series of joint drills between the two countries’ armed forces to strengthen cooperation and raise military combat capabilities and readiness to face regional challenges. “Aqaba 7” kicked off on October 31, with the … The post Egyptian-Jordanian military drill ‘Aqaba 7’ wraps up appeared first on Egypt Independent.

US President Joe Biden will head to Sharm el-Sheikh on Friday, to participate in the UN COP27 climate summit, in his first historical visit to Egypt in 49 years. A White House official revealed Biden’s program during his visit to the climate summit.   The US President is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with … The post US President Joe Biden expected to arrive Friday in Sharm el-Sheikh for COP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

A major volunteering operation helps otherwise disenfranchised Bedouin women find their electoral voice for the first time by driving them to polling stations

Be'er Sheva court sentences Arab who sexually assaulted 10-year-old girl to 5 years in prison. 'The judges let the criminals off lightly.'

Saint Catherine’s Archeological Area welcomed the First Lady of the Republic of Cyprus Andri Anastasiades, on the sidelines of her visit to Egypt to attend the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change, being held in the Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. She was received by … The post Photos: First Lady of Cyprus visits Saint Catherine appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Foreign Minister and President-designate of the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) Sameh Shoukry stressed the importance of Sharm El-Sheikh Adaptation Agenda launched by Egypt earlier today. Shoukry’s comments came during a joint press conference with Dr. Mahmoud Mohieldin, UN Climate Change High … The post Shoukry stresses importance of Sharm El-Sheikh Adaptation Agenda appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Technologies and solutions developed by ten prominent Israeli start-up companies in the field of climate innovation presented at conference.

The Russian tour operator PEGAS Touristik is expanding the reach of its flights to Egypt as of the end of November, while Nordwind Airlines will fly to Sharm el-Sheikh from 11 Russian cities. The tour programs of PEGAS Touristik will be implemented in Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh from 11 Russian cities. The company announced this … The post Nordwind Airlines to fly to Sharm el-Sheikh from 11 Russian cities appeared first on Egypt Independent.

President Isaac Herzog meets with United Arab Emirates President HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed at UN climate change conference.

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will deliver a keynote speech during the opening session of the high-level segment for heads of state and government in Sharm El Sheikh on Monday. President Sisi’s speech will cover features of a roadmap toward a better future for the peoples of the world and humanity. The speech will also tackle … The post President Sisi to deliver speech at Sharm El Sheikh climate summit appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The head of the Egyptian Company for Airports, Ahmed Mansour, announced that the capacity of the Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport has risen from 7.5 million passengers to 10 million passengers annually. In an interview with CBC channel, he said that the number of tourists has witnessed a significant increase in the recent period and is … The post Sharm el-Sheikh Airport’s capacity now up to 10 million passengers annually: Official appeared first on Egypt Independent.

In conjunction with the launch of the United Nations Climate Summit COP27, the hotel tourist occupancy rate in Sharm el-Sheikh has reached 100 percent, according to local media. South Sinai Governor, Khaled Fouda, said that Sharm el-Sheikh Airport received 7,500 participants of various nationalities on Friday, and 7,500 participants on Saturday, bringing the total number … The post Hotel occupancy in Sharm el-Sheikh at 100% during COP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Foreign Minister and President-Designate of the 27th session of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) Sameh Shoukry on Friday met with members of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s (UNFCCC) bureau, upon his arrival in the Red Sea resort city of Sharm El Sheikh. The meeting tackled the summit’s agenda and its organizational … The post COP27 president-designate meets UNFCCC’s bureau in Sharm El Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

On Monday, Khaled Fouda, Governor of South Sinai, and Ghada Shalaby, Deputy Minister of Tourism and Antiquities attended the inauguration ceremony of the first scheduled flights of the low-cost airline Wizz Air.   There will be subsequent flights between Luton, UK, and Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, an official statement by the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities … The post First UK’s Wizz Air flights between Luton, Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada launched appeared first on Egypt Independent.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak backtracked on his decision not to participate in the COP27 climate summit.   Egypt will be the host on November 6. The Prime Minister announced only onThursday that he will attend the summit. “There is no long-term prosperity without action on climate change. There is no energy security without investing … The post UK PM to attend COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Israel's Bedouin community has had historically low voter turnout. Will that change with today's election?

South Sinai governor Khaled Fouda announced that the governorate will begin handing over uniforms to taxi drivers and installing a smart camera system in taxis during the Conference of the Parties (COP27). The Climate Conference activities start on November 6 and continue until November 18, and will be held in the conference hall. The new … The post South Sinai orders uniforms for drivers and smart camera system for all taxis appeared first on Egypt Independent.

South Sinai governor Khaled Fouda announced that the governorate will begin handing over uniforms to drivers during the COP27 climate change conference. The new uniform consists of two summer and winter T-shirts bearing the governorate’s visual identity, trousers, sneakers, a cap, and a vest, free of charge, to maintain an aesthetic appearance of the governorate. … The post South Sinai taxi drivers to wear uniform during COP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly visited the city of Sharm el Sheikh earlier Tuesday to get firsthand information about final preparations for the upcoming international climate summit, COP27. The premier was accompanied by Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar and Environment Minister Yasmine Fouad. He was received by South Sinai Governor Khaled Fouda at Sharm el Sheikh … The post PM starts visit to Sharm el Sheikh to inspect preparations for COP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

From 6-18 November, the world will turn its attention to Sharm El Sheikh, where the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) will take place. The conference will be held under the slogan “Together for implementation”, and will see the participation of more than 100 … The post World turns its attention to Sharm El Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian Environment Ministry has completed readying the Green Zone in the Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh, to host the events of the COP27 Climate Summit. Environment Minister Yasmine Fouad visited South Sinai, on Saturday and inspected the Green Zone and Ras Mohammed Protectorate. The Climate Conference activities start on November 6 and … The post Thirteen things to know about the Green Zone in Sharm el-Sheikh as COP27 approaches appeared first on Egypt Independent.

South Sinai Governor Khaled Fouda, announced that Sharm el-Sheikh has now become the first environmentally friendly city in the Middle East, after concluding projects to develop the city before the launch of the 27th Climate Summit (COP27). “It’s only seven days to the launch of the summit, and the world will witness an Egyptian achievement … The post Sharm el-Sheikh first environmentally friendly city in Middle East: Official appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Governor of South Sinai Khaled Fouda announced raising the degree of maximum readiness, canceling vacations for workers, and opening operations centers ahead of the  Conference of the Parties (COP27) summit, in Sharm el-Sheikh. Fouda instructed all the participating directorates and authorities to submit plans for the events scheduled at the summit by each participating directorate, … The post South Sinai governor raises maximum degree of readiness ahead of UNCOP27 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

As part of preparations for the Conference of the Parties (COP27) summit, the Sharm El-Sheikh seaport received the first of several first aid boats ready to serve visitors to the summit. The 13-meter-long marine ambulance is equipped with an air-conditioned cabin that allows the transfer of three cases, two critical cases, and those in stable condition, … The post First aid boats at the ready for Sharm el-Sheikh’s UNCOP27 conference appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Egyptian Airports Company announced the launch of a program of flights throughout the World Cup in Qatar, as part of the tourism hosting programs for World Cup fans. The company said in a statement through its official account on Twitter that it decided to open tourist flights between the Qatari capital, Doha, with Sharm … The post Direct flights from Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh available throughout the World Cup appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The ISA and Police arrested the two Negev residents last month for being in contact with and doing the bidding of the terrorist

Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly reviewed on Sunday a report on the outcome of the medical convoy sent to North Sinai to provide high-quality medical services to residents. The three-day convoy was organized by the Cabinet’s higher medical committee in cooperation with Tanta University and Sona’a al-Kheir Foundation. Head of the medical committee Hossam al-Masry said … The post PM receives report of medical convoy sent to North Sinai appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The largest solar power plant in Sharm el- Sheikh started operating, with a production capacity of more than 42 gigawatt-hours/year, TAQA Power, a subsidiary of TAQA Arabia, announced. In conjunction with the UNCOP27 to be held in Sharm el-Sheikh, TAQA Arabia will start operating the largest green and clean energy plant in Sharm el-Sheikh with … The post Largest solar power plant in Sharm el- Sheikh operated appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Israel's largest hospital working with New York's Mount Sinai Hospital to develop and integrate Artificial Intelligence at hospitals

Aeroflot Russian airlines will resume its flights from Moscow to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh airports, starting October 1. Daily flights will conducted from Terminal C at Sheremetyevo Airport, after being halted in February due to the Russian-Ukrainian war. The Russian Consul General in Hurghada, Viktor Voropaev, praised the resumption of direct flights by Aeroflot, which … The post Aeroflot to resume flights from Moscow to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Th head of the Business Steering Committee at the Egyptian Hotel Association Alaa Akel announced that 90 percent of hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh have obtained green certificates This comes just in time for preparations for the Conference of the Parties (COP27) which will be hosted by the city, he noted, an important event for Egypt. … The post Ninety-percent of Sharm el-Sheikh hotels receive green certificates appeared first on Egypt Independent.

  North Sinai Governorate announced al-Rawda village, Bir al-Abed Center, as a safe village free from violence against women. North Sinai Governor, Mohamed Abdel-Fadil Shousha, said that the selection came based on the Prime Minister’s directives to choose a safe village free from violence against women same as the experience of choosing two villages in … The post North Sinai announces: Al-Rawda village free from violence against women appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Police say social media captures singular events and presents them as if they were norm as many such convoys proceed without any unusual occurrences and in coordination with law enforcement

Prime Minister will ask Supreme Court for another extension regarding evacuation of illegal Bedouin village.

The State of Israel must provide within a week its response to the Supreme Court regarding the evacuation of Khan al-Ahmar.

Tripadvisor chose Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh among the best 25 destinations in the world during 2022 for tourists who love sunny and warm nature, based on the opinions of tourists. According to the website, the city of Hurghada, which is located on the Red Sea coast, enjoys the picturesque nature including wonderful coral reefs and … The post Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh among top 25 tourist destinations for sun lovers: Tripadvisor appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Egyptian Tourism Authority, contracted with international tourism company “Twenty31” to prepare a strategy to globally promote the city of St. Catherine in South Sinai as an appealing tourist destination. The city, with its distinguished location and unique status as a sacred spot, also boasts a spot … The post Egypt contracts international tourism company to promote tourism in St. Catherine appeared first on Egypt Independent.

The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the Egyptian Tourism Authority, contracted with international tourism company “Twenty31” to prepare a strategy to globally promote the city of St. Catherine in South Sinai as an appealing tourist destination. The city, with its distinguished location and unique status as a sacred spot, also boasts a spot … The post Egypt contracts Twenty31 to promote tourism in St. Catherine appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Border Police officers confiscate tools for breaking and entering, arrest suspects making their way to military base.

Barukh Yona, who drowned yesterday while on a family vacation, was laid to rest today in Jerusalem

Israeli in his 50s drowns while on a family vacation with his wife and two children in the Sinai Peninsula.

Head of Lakiya in the Negev also suspected of domestic violence, witness tampering and invasion of privacy; some 20% of Bedouin households are polygamous, according to government figures

Funded by the government located in Rahat - largest Bedouin city , curriculum sets out to help women start their own business amid high rate of unemployment for women in the Arab sector

Hundreds attend funeral of Matan Luzon, one of two Israelis killed in the accident in the Sinai Peninsula.

Yuval Keshet, 24, from Haifa, identified as one of two Israelis killed in the accident in the Sinai Peninsula.

Five other Israelis injured in accident transferred with help of Egyptian authorities back to Israel for medical care; Foreign Ministry says no risk to their lives

Foreign Ministry says lives of other 5 victims of deadly crash are not in danger.

Accident took place when van Israelis were driving collided head-on with another vehicle; Foreign Ministry says in contact with Egyptian authorities to facilitate group's transfer back to Israel

MDA working with Egyptian authorities to evacuate the injured to Israeli hospitals for treatment instead of Egyptian hospitals.

"This is war against the Settlement enterprise, and no one is paying attention," says Efrat mayor.

Shehadeh Abu Alqian arrested by the Shin Bet days after his conscription into military in May, accused for enlisting on orders of the terror group; security forces say his motives were revenge for home demolition

The Regavim Movement slammed the government for not doing enough to curb the problem of Bedouins taking over state land.

Bedouin Arab enlists in IDF to spy for terror group, gather inside information - and is arrested a few days later.

Ministers Ayelet Shaked, Gideon Sa'ar, and Avigdor Liberman say position on evacuation of illegal Bedouin outpost has not changed.

South Sinai governor Khaled Fouda refuted reports of British media that a female tourist, 68, died in a shark attack at a beach in the Egyptian city of Sharm el-Sheikh. The governor said, on Saturday, that the news is not based on solid evidence and there are no incidents at all that tourists have been … The post NOT READY YET- South Sinai governor denies death of tourist in shark attack appeared first on Egypt Independent.

A tank of chlorine gas fell as it was being loaded by crane onto a ship in Jordan's Red Sea port of Aqaba last Monday, releasing the toxic substance. At least 13 people, including five Vietnamese nationals, were killed and more than 260 others injured, according to the latest official toll. An investigation showed "great deficiency and negligence in safety measures for dealing with hazardous materials in the Aqaba port", Prime Minister Bisher al-Khasawneh said during a cabinet meeting. The director and other officials from the state port operator as well as the head of the maritime authority were sacked, the premier added. The gas canister's weight far exceeded the maximum load of the crane cable bearing it, said Interior Minister Mazen al-Faraya, who headed the investigation. "The container weighed about 28,900 tonnes, which is over three times more than the capacity of the cable of 8.6 tonnes, causing it to break," Faraya told a news conference. A total of "18 containers of chlorine

The 13th Arab Open Robot Championship 2022 kicked off Friday evening in the Youth Sports City at Sharm el-Sheikh, with the participation of 136 teams from 12 Arab countries. Running from July 1-4, the tournament is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Bibliotheca … The post The 13th Arab Robotics Championship kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.

It appears ISIS-linked tribes in Sinai have lost their grip over the territory and Israel feels safer to allow tourists into the area.

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi expressed his condolences to King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan and the brotherly Jordanian people for the victims of the gas tanker explosion accident in the port of Aqaba. He prayed to God to grant their families patience and solace, and grant the wounded and injured a speedy recovery. According … The post Sisi condoles King of Jordan over Aqaba explosion victims appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Gantz says Israeli defense establishment ready to assist with any effort, by any means necessary; Jordanian state-run TV outlets said that the death toll from the blast had risen to 13

Ten people have been killed and more than 200 injured in a toxic gas leak in Jordan's Aqaba port, the government spokesman said.

State news agency says leak result of accident after tank filled with toxic gas fell while being transported; local health authorities issue stay-at-home orders

Authorities say deadly leak under control at port across from Eilat.

A chemical container was dropped by a crane and exploded at the port of Aqaba, authorities say.

The Future of the Negev party is made up of 20% women, aiming to threaten the Islamic Ra'am faction and the predominantly Arab Joint List; 'Our goal is to put the Negev on the economic-educational map,' says party official

Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Alzayani lauded the outcome of the participation of Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa, together with President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Jordanian King Abdullah II, in the Sharm El Sheikh summit. In statements to Bahrain News Agency (BNA) on Tuesday, the Bahraini foreign minister said the tripartite summit … The post Bahraini FM: Sharm El Sheikh summit example of joint Arab summit appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held a tripartite summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on Sunday, with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein. Egypt’s presidential spokesperson Bassam Rady said that President Sisi welcomed the monarchs as dear guests to Egypt. He hailed the close and historical … The post Sharm el-Sheikh hosts tripartite meeting for leaders of Egypt, Bahrain, and Jordan appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Drowning came just two days after another Israeli died abroad.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Saturday received Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa at Sharm el-Sheikh in the Red Sea. Egypt’s presidential spokesperson Bassam Rady said that President Sisi affirmed Egypt’s pride in the historical ties between both nations. Sisi added that his nation eagerly desires to continue strengthening bilateral cooperation with Bahrain, … The post Egypt’s Sisi receives Bahraini King at Sharm el-Sheikh appeared first on Egypt Independent.