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European Investment Bank steps up support for Palestinian private sector
EIB makes $425m available in debt and risk sharing instruments
Opinion| Ethiopia elections
The Tigray region was excluded from the upcoming elections as it recovers from a military operation against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), which was recently designated by the central government as a terrorist movement.
90 Egyptian illegal migrants in Libya return home
Egyptians have been detained in Tripoli since last Friday
Ballots open in Ethiopia’s legislative elections
Political parties are competing for the 547 seats in parliament, along with regional and federal councils. Voters in 23 constituencies in Addis Ababa are voting.
Sudan calls for international sanctions against Ethiopia
Sudanese Foreign Minister accuses Ethiopia of filling dam without reaching agreement with downstream countries
Egypt, Libya discuss preparations for December elections
Shoukry affirms Egypt’s support to Libya in its endeavours to start new phase of internal reconciliation
Egypt’s General Intelligence chief meets top Libyan officials in Tripoli
Both sides discuss latest local, regional security developments, ways to strengthen bilateral relations
Egypt holds meeting in run-up to 1st Joint Higher Committee session with South Sudan
The meeting comes as part of preparations for the 1st Session of the Joint Higher Committee between the two countries. The committee meeting, held in Cairo, was headed by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and the Vice President of Economic Affairs in South Sudan.
Israel strikes alleged Hamas sites in Gaza
Strikes took place after incendiary balloons were launched from Gaza
Israel’s flag march will undermine ceasefire in Jerusalem: Arab Parliament
The event is set to take place on Tuesday around the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which is already a flashpoint between the Palestinians and Israelis.
Sudan to complain to Security Council of Ethiopian unilateral measures on GERD
Russia has offered to help coordinate filling and operation of Dam using satellite technologies, says country’s ambassador in Cairo
New Israeli government ends Netanyahu’s 12-year rule
Israeli government, for first time, will include party that represents 21% Arab minority
Palestinian delegation in Cairo to discuss Gaza reconstruction
Egyptian authorities resume exceptional opening of Rafah border crossing
Shoukry accuses Ethiopia of obstructing efforts to reach GERD agreement
Egypt firmly rejects Ethiopia dam’s second filling before reaching final agreement, says Shoukry
Algerian voters cast ballots in 1st parliamentary election since popular movement
Elections follow President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s decision to dissolve parliament in mid-February
Saudi Arabia limits 2021 Hajj pilgrimage to citizens, residents
Vaccination against COVID-19 among requirements for those looking to perform pilgrimage
AU Commission, Sudan discuss democratic transition in Khartoum
AU delegation will also hold meetings with political figures, African diplomatic mission heads in Khartoum, UNITAMS mission head
Egypt Red Crescent, International Migration Organisation to provide 20 tonnes of aid to Gaza
Egypt always stands to support everything related to Palestine, says Social Solidarity Minister Nevine El-Kabbaj
Arab League warns of curtailed nuclear non-proliferation treaty as Israel backs away
The conference is taking place under the theme “Developments and Challenges on the Review of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty”.
Egypt, Sudan call for active intervention of international community on Nile dam
Two countries agree to coordinate to protect security, peace, and stability in region
Negotiations resume between South Sudan government, People’s Liberation Movement
Extension of 1 week on negotiations to agree on contentious points between 2 parties to finalise framework agreement
Egypt condemns terrorist attack in Libyan city of Sabha
The attack resulted in the death of two Libyan officers, and the injury of four others. A security source in Sabha said that the attack was caused by a car bomb driven by a suicide bomber targeting a security gate in the city.
Egypt, Arab Parliament condemn Houthi massacre in Yemen’s Marib province
Egypt stresses importance of reaching comprehensive political settlement in accordance with agreed international references
Netanyahu attacks attempts to end his 12-year run as premier
Centrist politician Yair Lapid announces he had succeeded in forming governing coalition aimed at unseating Netanyahu
Isaac Herzog elected Israeli president
Herzog will succeed Reuven Rivlin after seven years in service
Sudan’s FM concludes West Africa tour to outline GERD stance
Minister was briefed on experience of Nile Basin Authority experience relating to river management
Dozens of Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque as clashes continue in Jerusalem
Settlers have been storming Al-Aqsa complex every day, except for the weekend, Friday for Muslims, and Saturday for Israelis
Egypt, Jordan emphasise political path leading to lasting peace in Middle East
Foreign Ministers of both countries emphasise importance of continuing Egyptian-Jordanian efforts supporting Palestine
Gaza rebuild, internal reconciliation top Egypt’s talks with Palestinian factions
Egypt’s intelligence chief meets Israeli, Palestinian leaders in Jerusalem, Ramallah, and Gaza
UNESCO-Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Prize announces nominations open
This year’s award, which covers 2021-2022, will be given for innovative practices that contribute to the advancement of teaching and learning around the world. Priority will be given to developing countries, as well as marginalised and disadvantaged communities.