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Egyptian-New Zealander ties are long standing and warm: NZ Defence Minister
NZ has been a significant member of the Multinational Force and Observers in Sinai since 1982.
Egypt’s Defence Minister meets with a number of paratroopers
The meeting began with a speech by Major General Staff of War Atef Ibrahim Madi — Commander of the Parachute Forces — in the attendance of a number of leaders of the armed forces.
Defence Minister witnesses strategic tactical command centres project
The project included visualising reports from leaders of different disciplines to ensure that the planned tasks are carried out accurately.
Defence Minister witnesses ‘Majd-16’ artillery training by Second Field Army
The training was also attended by Lieutenant-General Osama Askar, Chief-of-Staff of the Armed Forces, leaders of the main army branches, members of the national security committee of the House of Representatives, and some media figures.
Egypt’s Defence Minister witnesses activities of ‘Bright Star 2021’ military exercise
Zaki listened to a detailed explanation on the training activities, in the presence of all the elements participating in the training from various air bases, via video conference technology.
Egypt’s President, Iraq’s Defence Minister discuss mutual military cooperation
In June, Al-Sisi made the first visit by an Egyptian president to Iraq in 30 years
Defence Minister reviews security efforts against terrorism in Sinai
The ministerial review took place to monitor the command’s security procedures to eliminate terrorism and achieve security in the Sinai Peninsula.
Establishing demilitarised zone in Sirte to divide Libya, support Turkish goals: Libyan MP
However, sources told Al Arabiya that the officials will discuss “military situation east of Misrata, and developing a plan for an attack on Sirte and Jufra.” They added that the talks will also focus “on developing the military airbase at Al-Watiya and provide it with advanced military equipment.”
Defence Minister reviews development of ‘Sinai 2018’ operations
Armed forces will continue with all persistence on uprooting terrorism, extremism
Zaki visits North Sinai, checks Sinai 2018 military campaign developments
Egypt’s Defence Minister Mohamed Zaki has checked on security forces units in North Sinai, following up developments of the comprehensive military operation dubbed Sinai 2018. Zaki began on Monday his round by visiting Arish International Airport and permanent army operational units in the governorate, inspecting the military operations against militants affiliated with the Islamic State …
Defence minister heads to France to discuss military cooperation
Defence Minister Mohamed Zaki arrived in France for a two-day official visit to meet with high-ranking military officials and discuss cooperation between the two countries. Zaki is expected to discuss a number of issues of common interest between Egypt and France, as well as topics related to regional and international developments in the Middle East. …
Sobhi discusses military cooperation with US National Guard commander
The minister attended a ceremony for increasing combat efficiency in the Central Military Region
Defence Minister meets with Egyptian military’s national football team delegation ahead of 2017 Military Football World Cup
The world cup will be held in Oman from 13-29 January
Arab League welcomes ‘Declaration of Cairo’
Egypt and Saudi Arabia signed declaration on Thursday to enhance strategic cooperation
French Defence Minister speaks on security, immigration during 2-day Cairo visit
Le Drian spoke with Al-Sisi, Mehleb, Sobhi on security and immigration
Hamas official warns of another possible war in Gaza
Israel launched airstrikes across Gaza in response to alleged rocket fired from the strip
4 army soldiers killed in Rafah
Four army soldiers were killed in a bomb explosion in the area of Taweel Al-Amir in Rafah on the Sinai peninsula. The soldiers had gone to the area after they received information about the presence of seven explosive devices. They were able to find six of them, however the last one exploded killing four of …
At least 3 civilians killed in North Sinai road-side explosion
Bombing took place at same time Defence and Interior Ministers visit North Sinai’s security sites
Defence, interior ministers visit North Sinai’s security forces
Defence minister urges security forces to maintain vigilance and readiness to face potential threats
Sobhi holds talks with Chinese counterpart strengthening military cooperation
Defence Ministers discussed methods of cooperation in fields of defence, transportation as well as enhancing exchange of military expertise and training
Al-Sisi meets Russian Security Council secretary
Relations between Egypt and Russia have been developing since 2013
Interior Minister urges using machine guns against protesters in new leaks
Leaks of statements belittling Gulf States and Morsi’s military confinement declared genuine by top British forensic speech laboratory
6 killed, 1 injured in aircraft crash
Crash was due to technical malfunction
Sobhi meets French counterpart to exchange views on regional security
Defence ministers and Egyptian chief of staff discussed cooperation in various fields and latest developments
Mansour granted top state honour
Former president ended his interim rule on Sunday, 8 June, handing over power to Al-Sisi
European Union will not monitor upcoming elections
Restriction on the importation of equipment hampers observer operations
Window closes on presidential candidacy applications; Al-Sisi and Sabahy alone in race
Supreme Electoral Commission approves requests by six international NGOs to monitor upcoming elections and is still processing requests by local ones
New defence minister vows to stabilise national security
“Let us salute the great, brave hero Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and all members of the armed forces who daily risk their lives for Egypt,” Defence Minister Sedki Sobhi says
Hagel shares concerns with Al-Sisi
The US Defence Secretary discussed developments with the Egyptian Defence Minister Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi on the phone
Sisi meets with UAE prince
UAE prince and deputy commander Nahyan reiterates his country’s support for Egypt’s interim government and military