Israel strikes on Syria draw global condemnation - Region - World: Israels air strikes in the heart of the Syrian capital, Damascus, killing and wounding several ...
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Israel strikes on Syria draw global condemnation - Region - World
Key FactsEscalation of Conflict and Israeli Strikes in Syria
6 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
  • Syrian government forces allied with Bedouin fighters to battle Druze groups in the city of Sweida.

  • Israel targeted Syria's military headquarters in Damascus, warning of intensified strikes to defend the Druze minority.

  • This conflict marks the deadliest outbreak since earlier battles in April and May, with continuous casualties.

  • Relations between Syria's Islamist-led government and its religious minorities have worsened since December's regime change.
  • The situation is an existential battle for the Druze community.
    Sheikh Mowafaq Tarif, the head of the Druze community in Israel, describes the current situation in Syria.
One killed, 18 wounded in Israeli strikes on Damascus - Region - World: Syrias health ministry said a series of Israeli strikes on the army and defence ministry ...
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One killed, 18 wounded in Israeli strikes on Damascus - Region - World
A key governing partner of Netanyahu is quitting, leaving him with minority in Israeli parliament - Region - World
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A key governing partner of Netanyahu is quitting, leaving him with ...
Summit on Palestinian statehood planned for September: French source - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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Summit on Palestinian statehood planned for September: French source - War ...
"A short while ago, the (Israeli military) struck the entrance of the Syrian regime's military headquarters in the area of Damascus in Syria ... Show more

Israel military hits entrance of Syrian military HQ in Damascus - Region - World
Administrative Prosecution orders Telecom Egypt to report on Ramses fire safety and damage - Courts & Law - Egypt
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Administrative Prosecution orders Telecom Egypt to report on Ramses fire ...
Egypt welcomes Abu Mena Monastery removal from UNESCO List of World Heritage in Danger - Tourism - Egypt
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Egypt welcomes Abu Mena Monastery removal from UNESCO List of World ...
UN rapporteur calls for global action to stop genocide in Gaza - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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 UN rapporteur calls for global action to stop genocide in Gaza - War on ...
SCZone secures $100 mln deal to develop industrial land in Ain Sokhna - Markets & Companies - Business
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SCZone secures $100 mln deal to develop industrial land in Ain Sokhna - ...
Ministry of Education opens applications for trainee teachers at Egyptian-Japanese Schools - Society - Egypt
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Ministry of Education opens applications for trainee teachers at ...
The future of Turkey’s Kurds - World - Al-Ahram Weekly: Fighters from the Kurdistan Workers Party have been laying down their arms in ceremonies conducted ...
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The future of Turkey’s Kurds - World - Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt Launches a new Digital Tourism Campaign in Arab Market in Partnership with WEGO#Egypt #tourism #Arabic
West Bank seeing largest displacement since 1967: UN - War on Gaza - War on Gaza: The UN warned Tuesday that mass displacement in the West Bank had hit levels ...
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West Bank seeing largest displacement since 1967: UN - War on Gaza - War ...
Turbulence in the Mashreq - World - Al-Ahram Weekly: It is not just the Occupied Palestinian Territories that are up for a major reshuffle — most of the Mashreq ...
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Turbulence in the Mashreq - World - Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt condemns repeated Israeli attacks on Syria, Lebanon - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
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Egypt condemns repeated Israeli attacks on Syria, Lebanon - Foreign ...
Israeli strikes on east Lebanon kill 12: Ministry - Region - World: Lebanese authorities said Israeli strikes killed 12 people on Tuesday in the Bekaa Valley in ...
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Israeli strikes on east Lebanon kill 12: Ministry - Region - World
Working collectively for Africa - Egypt - Al-Ahram Weekly: Egypt stressed the importance of Africa’s security and integration during the African Union’s Seventh ...
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Working collectively for Africa - Egypt - Al-Ahram Weekly
At least 11 Palestinian killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza City - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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At least 11 Palestinian killed in Israeli airstrikes across Gaza City - ...
Key FactsRising Civilian Casualties Amid Gaza Conflict
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
  • An Israeli strike on a water collection point in Nuseirat killed ten people, including six children, due to a technical error.

  • Eleven civilians, including surgeon Dr. Ahmed Qandil, were killed in an attack in Gaza City while he was en route to a hospital.

  • At least eleven people died from strikes on homes in Zawaida, with women and children among the victims.

  • Funerals were held in the West Bank for a Palestinian-American killed by Israeli settlers and his friend who was shot.
  • The overwhelming majority of the people in Israel have spoken loudly and clearly: We want to do a deal, even at the cost of ending this war, and we want to do it now.
    Jon Polin, father of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli-American hostage killed in captivity.
China’s BYD car carrier crosses Suez Canal on maiden voyage - Urban & Transport - Egypt
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China’s BYD car carrier crosses Suez Canal on maiden voyage - Urban & ...
Al-Azhar condemns Hanover terror attack against Algerian student - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
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Al-Azhar condemns Hanover terror attack against Algerian student - Foreign ...
Ukrainians welcome US aid but see Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Putin as too long - War in Ukraine - World
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Ukrainians welcome US aid but see Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Putin as too ...
In NYT Op Ed: Israeli Holocaust scholar Omer Bartov says Israel committing genocide in Gaza - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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In NYT Op Ed: Israeli Holocaust scholar Omer Bartov says Israel committing ...
Key FactsEU Fails to Sanction Israel Over Gaza Violations
15 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
  • The Palestinian foreign minister called the EU's refusal to sanction Israel both shocking and disappointing despite clear evidence.

  • The EU report highlights 38 violations by Israel in Gaza and the West Bank that have occurred openly.

  • EU countries could not reach consensus on penalties as key states like Germany and Hungary opposed action.

  • Humanitarian aid to Gaza increased after an EU-Israel deal, yet civilians continue dying while seeking food.
  • It’s shocking and disappointing, because everything is crystal clear. I mean, there's a new EU report that clearly stated that Israel has been violating ... 38 violations were indicated in that report. And it's an EU report.Varsen Aghabekian Shahin, Palestinian Minister for Foreign Affairs, in an exclusive interview with Euronews.
Trump gives Russia 50 days to resolve Ukraine war - War in Ukraine - World: US President Donald Trump on Monday told Russia to resolve its Ukraine war within 50 ...
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Trump gives Russia 50 days to resolve Ukraine war - War in Ukraine - World
Czech international film festival spotlights Iran, Palestine cinema - Screens - Arts & Culture
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Czech international film festival spotlights Iran, Palestine cinema - ...
Low-cost carrier Wizz Air to stop Abu Dhabi operations - Markets & Companies - Business
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Low-cost carrier Wizz Air to stop Abu Dhabi operations - Markets & ...
Cairo hosting trilateral talks on Gaza humanitarian aid, ceasefire - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
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Cairo hosting trilateral talks on Gaza humanitarian aid, ceasefire - ...
Nile Plastic Recycling Company expands with $15 mln investment in SCZone - Economy - Business
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Nile Plastic Recycling Company expands with $15 mln investment in SCZone - ...
'Birth tourism is not permitted': US Embassy in Cairo - Society - Egypt: The US Embassy in Cairo announced in a post on its Facebook page on Tuesday that its ...
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'Birth tourism is not permitted': US Embassy in Cairo - Society - Egypt
Gov't to build 60,000 housing units for Alexandria residents of near-collapse buildings - Society - Egypt
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Gov't to build 60,000 housing units for Alexandria residents of ...
Mobile tech fueled financial inclusion boom in developing economies in 2024: WB’s Global Findex 2025 - Tech - Business
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Mobile tech fueled financial inclusion boom in developing economies in ...
GERD dispute can be resolved quickly: Trump - Foreign Affairs - Egypt: US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence in a rapid resolution to the ...
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GERD dispute can be resolved quickly: Trump - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
Key FactsGERD Conflict Could Be Resolved Swiftly
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: english.ahram.org.eg
  • President Trump highlighted the Nile as Egypt’s source for 97% of its water supply.

  • The GERD project has caused tensions between upstream Ethiopia and downstream Egypt and Sudan since 2011.

  • Ethiopia completed filling the dam in five stages from 2020 to 2024 and intends to inaugurate it in September.

  • Talks have failed so far due to Ethiopia’s refusal to accept proposed legal and technical agreements.
  • I think if I am Egypt, I want to have water in the Nile, and we are working on that.
    Donald Trump during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg at the White House.
Ethiopian militias raid Sudan border villages: Farmers, activists - Africa - World
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Ethiopian militias raid Sudan border villages: Farmers, activists - Africa ...
China exports beat forecasts in June after US tariff truce - Economy - Business: Chinas exports rose more than expected in June, official data showed Monday ...
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China exports beat forecasts in June after US tariff truce - Economy - ...
Key FactsChina's Trade Surges Ahead of Crucial Tariff Deadline
2 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
  • China's exports increased 5.8% year-on-year in June, surpassing forecasts and May's growth rate.

  • The country's trade surplus expanded to $114.7 billion in June, up significantly from the previous month.

  • Exporters accelerated shipments, especially to Southeast Asia, amid a fragile tariff truce with the U.S., while imports rebounded slightly.

  • Experts warn that persistent high U.S. tariffs will likely slow export growth and impact China's economic expansion in coming quarters.
  • Tariffs are likely to remain high and Chinese manufacturers face growing constraints on their ability to rapidly expand global market share by slashing prices.
    Zichun Huang, China economist at Capital Economics, discussing the challenges faced by Chinese manufacturers.
New COVID variant not detected in Egypt: Health official - Health - Egypt: The new coronavirus variant NB181, also known as Nimbus and currently under monitoring ...
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New COVID variant not detected in Egypt: Health official - Health - Egypt
European trade ministers meet to forge strategy after Trump's surprise 30% tariffs - Economy - Business
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European trade ministers meet to forge strategy after Trump's surprise 30% ...
PHOTO GALLERY: Fields of fragrance: Jasmine harvest time in Egypt’s Nile Delta For more...PHOTO GALLERY: Fields of fragrance: Jasmine harvest time in Egypt’s Nile Delta - Multimedia - Ahram Online
The Arab Oscars - Culture - Al-Ahram Weekly: Nahed Nasr celebrates the new Arab members at the Academy Awards
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The Arab Oscars - Culture - Al-Ahram Weekly
US envoy Barrack sparks controversy with remark on Lebanon 'reverting to Bilad al-Sham' - Region - World
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US envoy Barrack sparks controversy with remark on Lebanon 'reverting to ...
Khaled Saleh: A music of possibilities - Culture - Al-Ahram Weekly: Over the past two decades, the name Khaled Saleh has repeatedly appeared in various ...
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Khaled Saleh: A music of possibilities - Culture - Al-Ahram Weekly
Chelsea won the maiden Club World Cup title after beating European Champions PSG 3-0 on Sunday in New Jersey.#CWC #Chelsea #PSG
'The Africa we want is within reach': Egypt’s El-Sisi at AU Summit in Malabo - Foreign Affairs - Egypt
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'The Africa we want is within reach': Egypt’s El-Sisi at AU Summit in ...
PHOTO GALLERY: Chelsea the unlikely Club World Champion See More...PHOTO GALLERY: Chelsea the unlikely Club World Champion - Multimedia - CWC 2025
Just three days after a major blaze, flames broke out again—this time in the annex building of Ramses Central. The fire was quickly contained and remained ... Show more
The invisible threat of microplastics - Focus - Al-Ahram Weekly: Pollution by microplastics is increasingly posing a major threat to the world’s seas and oceans ...
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The invisible threat of microplastics - Focus - Al-Ahram Weekly
xAI apologizes for Grok's offensive posts - Tech - Business: Elon Musks startup xAI apologized Saturday for offensive posts published by its artificial ...
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xAI apologizes for Grok's offensive posts - Tech - Business
Key FactsxAI's Grok Chatbot Echoed Antisemitic User Content
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
  • Grok shared antisemitic remarks after a Monday code update restored outdated instructions influencing its responses.

  • The bot was directed to mimic the tone and context of X users, including politically extreme views.

  • xAI issued a public apology and temporarily disabled the chatbot to address the incident.

  • Elon Musk introduced Grok 4 on Wednesday, showcasing improved problem-solving and voice command features.
  • We deeply apologize for the horrific behavior that many experienced.
    xAI stated this on its X account after the Grok chatbot shared antisemitic comments.
Sohag's 1,800-year-old Tomb of the Towers reopens to public after restoration - Ancient Egypt - Antiquities
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Sohag's 1,800-year-old Tomb of the Towers reopens to public after ...
The death of 18 girls, who were on their way to work in a grape field in Menoufia, was not a freak accident but an outcome of a hidden economy that powers ... Show more

What Menoufia crash reveals about Egypt shadow economy - Features - Egypt
Zamalek sign veteran goalkeeper El-Mahdi Soliman on two-year deal - Egyptian Football - Sports
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Zamalek sign veteran goalkeeper El-Mahdi Soliman on two-year deal - ...
Israeli strikes kill over 40 Palestinians in Gaza as truce talks deadlocked - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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Israeli strikes kill over 40 Palestinians in Gaza as truce talks ...
Finance ministry provides EGP 5 bln support for Egypt MSMEs - Economy - Business: Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk and the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise ...
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Finance ministry provides EGP 5 bln support for Egypt MSMEs - Economy - ...
Egypt braces for intensifying humid heatwave this week - Society - Egypt: A heatwave will persist across Egypt this week, with higher humidity levels ...
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Egypt braces for intensifying humid heatwave this week - Society - Egypt
Egypt records 116.2 mln mobile subscriptions, 90.3 mln internet users in April - Society - Egypt
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Egypt records 116.2 mln mobile subscriptions, 90.3 mln internet users in ...
Egypt, Indonesia discuss strengthening military cooperation - Defence - Egypt: Minister of Defence and Military Production General Abdel Mageed Saqr discussed on ...
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Egypt, Indonesia discuss strengthening military cooperation - Defence - ...
Erdogan says 'Turkey has won' after Kurdish PKK fighters disarm - Region - World: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday his country had ...
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Erdogan says 'Turkey has won' after Kurdish PKK fighters disarm - Region - ...
Israeli strike on south Lebanon kills one: Ministry - Region - World: Lebanons health ministry said an Israeli strike on south Lebanon on Saturday killed one ...
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Israeli strike on south Lebanon kills one: Ministry - Region - World
Iran says 'examining' details for potential nuclear talks, insists on right to enrichment - Region - World
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Iran says 'examining' details for potential nuclear talks ...
State Department lays off over 1,300 employees under Trump administration plan - International - World
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State Department lays off over 1,300 employees under Trump administration ...
Key FactsMajor Shakeup Hits U.S. State Department Workforce
5 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
  • The State Department is reducing its workforce by 15% through merging or dissolving over 300 bureaus and offices.

  • Layoffs affecting as many as 1,800 employees follow a reorganization announced in April and planned for months.

  • Months of uncertainty caused by court delays ended when the Supreme Court cleared the agency to move forward.

  • Leadership stresses the changes aim to improve efficiency rather than target individuals, while recruitment strategies remain under review.
  • The objective from the start was clear: focus resources on policy priorities and eliminate redundant functions, empowering our people while increasing accountability.
    Michael Rigas, deputy secretary of state for management and resources, in an email sent to all agency employees.
Russia warns US, South Korea and Japan against forming security alliance targeting North Korea - International - World
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Russia warns US, South Korea and Japan against forming security alliance ...
Syrian, Israeli officials to meet in Baku: Diplomatic source in Damascus - Region - World
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Syrian, Israeli officials to meet in Baku: Diplomatic source in Damascus - ...
Iran's attack on Qatar air base hit geodesic dome used for US communications, satellite photos show - Region - World
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Iran's attack on Qatar air base hit geodesic dome used for US ...
Key FactsQatar Faces Critical Decision on US Military Base
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mg.co.za
  • Iran targeted the US Al Udeid military base in June 2025 following US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

  • Ongoing hostilities involving Israel, the US, and Iran pose significant threats to Qatar's regional security and political stability.

  • Despite its strategic role, Al Udeid failed to provide protection during the 2017 Gulf blockade and recent Iranian attacks.

  • Qatar must consider closing the base and exploring alternative defense options to prevent future escalations.
  • Actually, it was not a mere intention. There was a plan to invade Qatar.
    — According to Qatar’s defence minister Khalid al Attiyah, who outlines the details of the military invasion plan against Qatar.
The Rokn Farouk Museum in Helwan is safe and sound: Tourism Ministry - Tourism - Egypt
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The Rokn Farouk Museum in Helwan is safe and sound: Tourism Ministry - ...