Egypt, Türkiye wrap up ‘Anatolian Eagle 2026’ air drills with Azerbaijan, NATO participation
Egypt and Türkiye have concluded the joint air exercise “Anatolian Eagle 2026” at a Turkish air base following several days of intensive training involving the air forces of Egypt, Türkiye, and Azerbaijan, alongside a NATO airborne early warning aircraft. The
Al-Sisi orders annual nationwide crisis drills to boost emergency readiness
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
Macron, Al-Sharaa launch strategic partnership as Damascus blasts fail to derail landmark visit
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
Trump threatens to ‘finish the job’ as Iran calls ceasefire implementation difficult but achievable
US President Donald Trump stated on Monday that Washington will either reach an agreement with Iran or “finish the job,” while Iranian chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf described the implementation of their bilateral ceasefire agreement as “difficult, but achievable.” “Iran
Egypt’s Abdelatty signs migration pact with France to tackle economic drivers
Egypt and France signed a declaration of intent on Monday for bilateral cooperation in the field of migration, focusing on addressing the root economic and social causes of irregular movement rather than solely managing borders. Speaking at the signing ceremony,
Thales to equip Egypt’s artillery systems with advanced VHF tactical radios through TBEI joint venture
Thales has announced the signing of its first contract with Egypt’s Ministry of Defence through TBEI, its joint venture with Benha Electronics Industries, to supply VHF-HD tactical radios for the Egyptian Armed Forces. The agreement marks the first major programme
Egypt refers building violations in Cairo districts to prosecution after surprise inspections
Egypt’s Ministry of Local Development and Environment said it had referred several building and administrative violations in Cairo’s El Marg and Ain Shams districts to the public prosecution following surprise inspections aimed at curbing illegal construction and improving local government performance.
US to press NATO on Strait of Hormuz security as Iran vows decisive response
The US will press its NATO allies to contribute more to maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz at an upcoming summit, a White House official said on Sunday, as Iran warned it is using a fragile ceasefire to enhance
Egypt steps up preparations for Cairo Water Week 2026
Egypt is stepping up preparations for the ninth Cairo Water Week, scheduled for October 25-29, by expanding its international participation and scientific programme ahead of a series of high-level regional and global events on water security. Minister of Water Resources and
Ukraine launches large-scale drone attack on St. Petersburg
Ukraine launched a large-scale overnight drone attack on St. Petersburg and the surrounding Leningrad region on Saturday, targeting an oil terminal and a Baltic Sea port, following the deadliest Russian assault on Kyiv this year that killed 30 people. Ukrainian