EGYPT: Across parts of Egypt, many women continue to be denied their legal inheritance rights, often through pressure, coercion, or outright violence. Daughters are frequently urged to “waive” their share in favor of male relatives to preserve family control over property. Those who resist may face social isolation, threats, or physical harm. Despite laws designed [...]

EGYPT: Smoking is not allowed in any form inside health and education buildings, government offices, sports and social clubs, youth centers, and other places decided by the Minister of Health. The law requires the managers of these facilities to make sure the ban is followed and to take steps to prevent smoking. If managers do [...]

EGYPT: Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly went on a tour to check the ongoing construction and renovation projects at various public healthcare facilities in Cairo and Giza. He emphasized the government's dedication to enhancing the quality and accessibility of medical services throughout the country. This visit is part of the government's ongoing efforts to monitor how [...]

EGYPT: Since the beginning of Israel's war on Gaza in October 2023, Egypt has led the largest and longest-running humanitarian relief effort for the region. They have worked closely with the United Nations and other international partners, even while facing ongoing restrictions and security issues. Egypt has delivered about 70 percent of all aid sent [...]

EGYPT: General Saqr made these comments during the opening ceremony of Egypt's fourth Defence Expo (EDEX 2025), which President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi also attended. He mentioned that this event is a key chance to display the newest military and security technologies from around the world. He pointed out that the exhibition occurs during a time of [...]

EGYPT: On Monday, Egyptians cast their votes in the second phase of parliamentary elections. This voting takes place in 13 governorates and is under strict security measures after the first round faced problems. Voting will continue until Tuesday across 73 constituencies, where 1,316 candidates are competing for 141 individual seats. To prepare for this election, [...]

EGYPT: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán praised Egypt's efforts in fighting illegal migration during his meeting with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Egypt. Orbán expressed his gratitude to Egypt for accommodating about 10 million refugees and displaced individuals from war-torn areas. He also emphasized Egypt's important role in promoting peace and stability in both the [...]

EGYPT: The Ministry of Civil Aviation plans to boost the total passenger capacity at Egyptian airports to 72.2 million by the end of 2025, while also enhancing service quality as part of the government's strategy to draw in 30 million tourists each year. Al-Sisi asked the government to build strategic partnerships that will attract [...]

EGYPT: Egypt is hosting an important international peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, a resort city by the Red Sea. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump are co-chairing this event, which is seen as a key step towards ending the two-year war in Gaza and starting a new chapter of peace [...]