Egypt avoids direct condemnation of Russia over Ukraine

Egypt called for diplomacy to solve the Ukrainian crisis, avoiding taking any sides in order not to harm its ties with Russia, the United States or NATO.

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With world attention on Ukraine, Nile dam conflict escalates

Egypt and Sudan have condemned Ethiopia's decision to partially start electricity production via the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

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Regional entrepreneurs say Middle East well-suited for fintech growth

An Atlantic Council event highlighted how fintech can help traditional financial networks and professions in Egypt, Tunisia, and the Gulf.

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Egypt-Kuwait talks address bilateral ties, Arab summit, challenges

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi recently visited Kuwait where he met with the emir and crown prince to discuss the upcoming Arab League summit in Algeria, as Egypt regains its pivotal regional role.

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Culture

Egyptian band on mission to protect dying Zar ritual

The Zar ritual has seen better days, but an Egyptian band has taken upon itself the mission of keeping this ritual alive.

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Egyptian students in Ukraine plead to return home

Egyptian students in Ukraine, fearing for their lives after the Russian attack on Ukrainian lands, call on the Egyptian authorities to secure their safe return home.

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Young Nubians collect Egypt's traditional songs

A group of young Nubians are working to preserve their heritage languages by creating a collection of traditional songs and organizing village visits for young learners.

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Egyptian tourism sector braces for impact from Ukraine crisis

The crisis between Russia and Ukraine has cast a shadow on tourism in Egypt, which relies heavily on beach visitors from the two nations.

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Sudan's military leaders well received in Moscow amid growing international isolation

As the world's attention shifts to Russia’s escalation against Ukraine, a delegation of high-level Sudanese officials headed by the deputy leader of the country’s military-led ruling council held talks in Moscow.

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Egypt says no worries over Suez Canal amid Russian-Ukrainian standoff

The head of the Suez Canal Authority said Egypt is ready for all the possible scenarios resulting from tensions between Russia and Ukraine and their impact on global navigation.

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Culture

Egyptians outraged over movie depicting gay couple

An Egyptian-German-Lebanese-produced movie recently screened at the 72nd Berlin Film Festival has sparked outcry in Egypt for depicting homosexuality.

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Egypt reacts as Ethiopia switches on first Nile dam turbine

Cairo continues to call on Addis Ababa to end its unilateral measures when it comes to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

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