US and Iran to meet in Islamabad once again this week
The second round of talks between the United States and Iran could take place this week in Islamabad, Pakistan, Reuters reported.
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WHO suspends medical evacuations from Gaza
The World Health Organization suspended medical evacuations of patients from Gaza to Egypt via the Rafah border crossing until further notice, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced Monday night.
Iran compiles list of foreign vessels as potential military targets
Vessels linked to US and Israeli interests could become Iranian military targets. Tehran has compiled a list of such vessels.
Mediators to meet on Iran in Islamabad
Pakistan will host Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt for talks on March 29-30 on the Iran war as Islamabad positions itself as a potential venue for U.S.-Iran negotiations on the month-old conflict.
Russia ready to mediate in Iran conflict - Lavrov
Russian is ready to help in resolving the ongoing Middle East conflict by resorting to peaceful efforts, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during a telephone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty on Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan acting as mediators between US, Iran - report
Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan are currently acting as mediators between Iran and the United States, Axios and Israel’s Channel 12 reported.
Egypt to limit store and restaurant working hours to save electricity
Egypt will impose restrictions on the opening hours of restaurants and stores for a month. The measure, which will be implemented in April, is aimed at saving electricity.
Riyadh meeting participants urge Iran to stop attacks on Persian Gulf states
The foreign ministers of the 12 Arab and Islamic countries, who met in Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh, described Iran’s strikes on Arab countries of the Persian Gulf as unjustified, and urged it to stop attacks in a joint communique.
Arab League to hold emergency meeting over Iranian crisis
The foreign ministers of the Arab League will hold an emergency meeting on Sunday to discuss Iranian attacks on several of the group’s members, the bloc’s assistant secretary-general Hossam Zaki said.
Russian rescuers evacuate group of Russians from Egypt
A Russian Emergencies Ministry aircraft has arrived from Egypt to Moscow with over 80 Russians, who left Israel via the land border, on board.
Rafah сrossing operating at 30 of its capacity, Gaza authorities report
Only 900 people crossed the Rafah crossing on the border between Gaza and Egypt
Türkiye and Abkhazia top spring destinations for travelers on 100,000 ruble budget
Türkiye and Abkhazia have emerged as the most popular spring travel destinations for tourists seeking vacations within a 100,000-ruble budget, according to industry data.
Eight Muslim countries condemned Israeli annexation of West Bank
Türkiye, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Jordan, Qatar, Indonesia, and Pakistan nations have issued a joint statement condemning Israel's expansionist policies and a recent decision by its security ministry to tighten control over the occupied West Bank.
Türkiye and Egypt agree on 350mln in military cooperation
Turkey has agreed to a $350-million defense cooperation package with Egypt that will expand military supply ties and establish joint defense production capacity in North Africa.
Rafah crossing begins operating in restricted mode
The Rafah crossing on the border between the Gaza Strip and Egypt has resumed operations in a restricted mode, allowing movement of people only, the Kan broadcaster reported.
Turkey with Egypt and Qatar organizing US-Iran meeting in Ankara - report
Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar are making efforts to organize a meeting between U.S. presidential envoy Steve Witkoff and senior Iranian officials in Ankara in the coming days, Axios said, citing regional officials.
Israel preparing to open Rafah crossing on Gaza-Egypt border
The Rafah crossing on the Gaza-Egypt border will open on Sunday, February 1, Israel’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) announced.
Rafah crossing to reopen next week
The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt is set to fully reopen and resume operations next week.
Palestine's National Committee for Administration of Gaza holds first meeting
The National Committee for the Administration of Gaza held its inaugural meeting in Cairo last week, officially launching its work.
ATOR: Egypt leads as top tourist destination in January
In January, Russian tourists traditionally choose vacations in warm climates. ATOR named the most popular destinations, with Egypt leading the list.