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.
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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.
U.S., Türkiye, Egypt and Qatar hold meeting on Gaza
Officials from the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey held a virtual meeting to discuss preparations for the implementation of the second phase of the peace plan for the Gaza Strip, a source in the Turkish foreign ministry said.
Rafah Crossing on Egypt-Gaza border must be reopened, ICRC says
It is necessary to ensure sufficient humanitarian supplies to the Gaza Strip
Israel's move to recognize Somaliland condemned by four countries
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel’s recognition of the Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state, the office of the head of the Jewish state’s government reported.
Trump recalls heads of diplomatic missions in US: envoys of Armenia and 28 other countries suspended - report
The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to recall a number of career diplomats holding senior positions from 29 foreign missions, the Associated Press reported, citing unnamed State Department officials.
US and mediators make progress in Gaza negotiations, Witkoff says
Witkoff reported that the parties discussed the implementation of the first phase of Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan
Israel signs largest gas contract with Egypt
Israel has approved a deal that will supply natural gas to Egypt, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, describing it as the country's largest-ever gas deal.
Russians travel to Turkey more often in 2025
Turkey ranks first in terms of demand among Russian tourists this year, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Dmitry Gorin said.
Turkish hotel chain Rixos plans expansion in Egypt
The Turkish hotel chain Rixos has announced an increase in the number of its hotels in Egypt and an expansion of its room inventory next year.
Abbas Aragchi calls Egypt over its nuclear program
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi held a telephone conversation with his Egyptian counterpart
Israel plans to open Rafah crossing
Egypt insists on adhering to Trump's plan, which calls for its functioning in both directions
Egyptian author Salwa Bakr receives first BRICS Literature Prize
The inaugural BRICS Literary Prize has been awarded to Egyptian writer Salwa Bakr during the International BRICS Arts Festival, with Russian author Alexey Varlamov among the ten finalists.
Cairo to assist Baku in demining liberated territories
Egypt may participate in demining the liberated territories of Azerbaijan, following discussions on potential cooperation between the two countries.
Scientists uncover details about ancient man in 'shorts' found in Iran's salt mines
A remarkable archaeological discovery made by miners in Iran’s Zanjan province three decades ago has been confirmed as the naturally preserved remains of a man from the early Sassanian Empire.
Israel to open access to Egypt from Gaza
Israel will reopen the Rafah border crossing after it receives the three remaining deceased hostages from Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
Russian authorities see prospects for expanding air travel with Egypt
Russian aviation authorities recognize significant potential for developing air transportation between Russia and Egypt, with the Federal Air Transport Agency (Rosaviatsiya) planning to advance this initiative.
Putin and al-Sisi launch El-Dabaa NPP
Russian President Vladimir Putin and President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took part in the ceremony on the occasion of installation of the reactor vessel of the first power generating unit of the El Dabaa nuclear power plant (NPP).
