Putin meets with el-Sisi
The Russian president said relations between Moscow and Cairo are developing based on the principles of respect and mutual assistance
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Putin comments on Moscow-Cairo energy cooperation
Russia and Egypt are actively developing cooperation, including in the energy sector, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) summit.
Türkiye, Pakistan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia urge to open Strait of Hormuz
Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey have called for an urgent and full resumption of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, they said in a joint statement of the foreign ministers after a meeting in Istanbul.
Istanbul to host first-ever R4-E3 talks
Istanbul will host meetings of top diplomats of the R4 mechanism (Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia) and the European E3 mechanism (UK, Germany, and France), including in an unprecedented combined format, on October 23.
Russian and Egyptian aviation authorities agree to increase flights
Aviation authorities from Russia and Egypt have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at increasing the number of flights between the two countries, Russia's Ministry of Transport announced.
Egypt sharply increases purchases of Russian herring
Egypt purchased 5,600 tonnes of herring in Russia in H1 2026 compared to 100 tonnes for the same period of 2025, the Russian Fisheries Association (VARPE) said.
Tourist flow from Russia to Egypt hits record highs
According to Egypt's Ministry of Tourism, the number of tourists travelling from Russia to Egypt rose by 23% in 2026 and could set a new record.
Egypt to raise visa fees starting in 2027
Starting next year, visa fees for tourists visiting Egypt will increase, with a standard visa priced at $33 and a digital visa at $39
US and Israel hold private meeting to discuss Iran war
The military chiefs of Israel, the United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan and Egypt held a meeting in Germany last week about the war with Iran and regional tensions, two Israeli officials told Axios.
Putin holds meeting with Egypt's Sisi at BRICS summit
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his Egyptian counterpart, Abdelfattah el-Sisi on the sidelines of the BRICS summit.
Winter vacations in Egypt to cost Russians 10-20 percent more
Prices for winter holidays in Egypt have risen by 10-20% for Russian tourists, with early booking discounts remaining an option.
Russian and Egyptian FMs discuss situation in Middle East
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty have had a phone call, during which they underscored the need to step up political and diplomatic efforts in order to ease tensions in the Persian Gulf region and reaffirmed their shared position on the need to resolve the Palestinian issue in accordance with UN resolutions, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
US-Iran talks reach impasse - Egyptian MFA
Negotiations to end the conflict between Iran and the United States have reached an impasse, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said.
Cairo supports Ankara's security efforts in Black Sea
Cairo has backed Ankara's efforts to ensure security in the Black Sea and condemned attacks on merchant vessels in the region.
Turkish FM Fidan heading to Egypt
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Egypt on August 13-14, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said.
Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Egypt
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Egypt and hold talks with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Red Wings to connect Moscow and Yekaterinburg with Egypt
Red Wings has submitted a request to Rosaviatsiya to operate flights from Moscow and Yekaterinburg to El Alamein, Egypt, starting this September.
Yerevan denies plans for EU illegal migrant center
The Armenian government has refuted reports suggesting that a centre for illegal migrants from the European Union may be established on its territory.
5-magnitude earthquake strikes Egypt
A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Egypt’s northeastern Ismailia province early Monday, according to Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).
Agreement on full disarmament of Hamas reached
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that an agreement on the full disarmament of Hamas had been reached.
