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UN cites evidence of rebel abuses in South Sudan
The unrest in South Sudan has left thousands dead and displaced close to 900,000 people.
Chemical arms watchdog split on Syria delays
The US rejected a Damascus request for a 100-day extension to an end-May deadline for it to ship out the totality of its chemical arms
Militants threaten to shatter fragile Ukraine truce
The crisis in Kiev has evolved into a Cold War-style standoff between Moscow and the West over the future of the strategic nation sandwiched between them.
Mahalla strike suspended as workers return to factory
12-day strike suspended Saturday as workers give Ministry of Investment two months to meet demands
South Sudan says contact lost with key town
The United Nations meanwhile said that 10 people had been killed in âinter-communal clashesâ within an UNMISS peacekeeping base in Malakal, where more than 20,000 people have been sheltering from the fighting.
More civilians evacuated from Syria’s Homs: governor
The United Nations and Syriaâs Red Crescent began operations to evacuate trapped civilians and deliver aid inside besieged parts of Homs on February 7.
Mubarak embezzlement case postponed until 19 March
Prosecution accuses four new defendants of aiding the former president
Gouna deal Al-Ahly third defeat this season
Somouha go top of Group 1 with a win over Ragaâa on Matchday 10
Sultan case adjourned until 16 March
Former presidency spokesman’s detention extended 15 days
Police, protesters wage ‘war’ in deadly Kiev clashes
Swathes of the tent encampment have already been destroyed by fire and flames poured out of the windows of a gutted building on the square.
Prosecution interrogating Saint Catherine disaster victims: El-Nadeem Centre
El-Nadeem Centre for Rehabilitation and Torture Victims requests that survivors, âin a state of shockâ, receive proper medical treatment.
Kerry hopes to meet with Al-Sisi soon
Two congressional delegations are visiting Egypt this week
Fitch rates Egypt outlook âstableâ, but deems quick recovery âunlikelyâ
Total spending rose to 33.5% of GDP in FY 2013 (up from 30.3% of GDP in FY 2010), as wages and subsidies spending surged (75% of the total), an issue the report said would be difficult to tackle given its political sensitivity.
Egypt Hits 5-year high on Election Law talk; Q4 reports hurt Dubai
Reuters – Egyptâs bourse surged to a five-year high after a local newspaper reported that discussions over a new presidential election law would begin on Wednesday, while Dubaiâs shares fell in profit-taking after mixed earnings reports. Cairoâs Al-Ahram said an administrative court, under the mandate of the 2014 constitution, would start discussions on the draft …
Black market revenues of petroleum products total EGP 30bn
Former petroleum minister discusses issue in a meeting with the government
Sabahy releases electoral platform
Presidential hopeful Hamdeen Sabahy details policies on a variety of issues
Egyptâs Episcopal Church calls for an end to violence in the CAR
Bishop Mouneer condemns the massacre of Muslims by Christian forces
Congressional delegations arrive in Cairo
Congressman Mike Rogers heads latest delegation to meet with Egyptian government officials
Three hikers dead in Saint Catherine blizzard, one still missing
Four hikers were rescued and evacuated as search for final member continues
New and Renewable Energy summit held in Cairo
Government should turn to using renewable energy and start energy stock exchange, says president of energy committee
Domestic market can reach 80% usage for renewable energy by 2052: Electricity ministry official
Government has long term plan to produce 250 MW of electricity using renewable energy
Political activities banned on university campuses
Decision is met with various reactions from student unions and political movements
70% of future leaders will work independently: Deloitte survey
Findings suggest that most millennials believe organisations must foster innovative thinking and nurture emerging leaders
Dubaiâs Emaar Q4 net profit up 48%, beats estimates
Reuters â Emaar Properties, Dubaiâs largest real estate developer, reported a 48% jump in fourth-quarter net profit on Monday, beating analystsâ estimates, as it benefited from a renewed real estate and tourism boom in the emirate. The builder of the worldâs tallest tower posted a quarterly profit of AED 756m ($206m), compared with AED 512m …
Ethiopian Airlines hijacker was co-pilot: police
The man, born in 1983 and an Ethiopian citizen, had contacted Geneva Airport and said âhe needed to land to fill the tank. After that he announced the hijacking,â Grandjean said.
Iranâs Khamenei says nuclear talks will âlead nowhereâ
Iran agreed to freeze some nuclear activities for six months in exchange for modest sanctions relief and a promise by Western powers not to impose new restrictions on its hard-hit economy.
Indonesia slams reported Australian spying as âmind-bogglingâ
Kerry visited Jakarta on Monday as part of an Asian tour, tensions flared over new espionage allegations in a weekend New York Times report, which said Australian spies targeted Indonesian officials during a trade dispute with the United States.
Mahalla textile workersâ strike enters eighth day
Thousands gather as other Kafr Al-Dawar workers join in solidarity
Retired general announces presidential bid
Former Chief of Staff Sami Anan becomes second hopeful to announce candidacy
Luxembourg bill for debut sukuk to take 2-5 months to pass
Reuters â Luxembourgâs parliament could pass a bill as soon as two months from now to facilitate its first issue of sovereign sukuk, though an upcoming budget vote may delay approval for five months, a legislative official told Reuters. Last month, the Luxembourg government presented a bill to parliament to allow the securitisation of assets …