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- Why are Egypt’s gold coins and bars vanishing? Expert explainsEgyptian gold demand rises amid economic uncertainty and price fluctuations, with experts advising cautious investment strategies.
- Egypt signs historic agreement to establish 1st wind turbine factoryEgypt signs a historic agreement to establish its first wind turbine factory and launches a 2,000-megawatt wind power project in Gulf of Suez, with financing in Egyptian pounds.
- Netanyahu snubbed again by Trump as Rubio skips Israel on regional visitUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio skipped Israel during his Middle East trip, highlighting tensions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the US focuses on Gulf allies in Iran negotiations. Analysts note growing US frustration with Netanyahu over regional conflicts and the potential Iran deal.
- What we know about Venezuela’s biggest earthquake in more than a centuryVenezuela's northern coast was hit by two major earthquakes, causing at least 164 deaths and 971 injuries, with a state of emergency declared and international aid arriving.
- How Trump caused the biggest oil shock in history and got away with it – for nowDespite a major oil supply shock, prices did not surge as predicted due to ample reserves, supply boosts, and reduced demand, particularly from China.
- What to know about Rubio’s meeting with Gulf nations and Iran negotiationsUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio is seeking Gulf nations' support for the US-Iran agreement, but nuclear access remains a major challenge. Vessel traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has increased, and US oil prices have dropped.
- Video: British Foreign Office Spokesperson says ‘there’s no place like Egypt’British Foreign Office spokesperson Jocelyn Waller visited Egypt and praised its unique atmosphere and history. Other UK officials are also visiting the country during an important week for Egypt-UK relations.
- Syrian President meets with Egyptian businessman Naguib SawirisSyrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Egyptian businessman Naguib Sawiris in Damascus, with Sawiris discussing his financial obligations and investment challenges in Syria.
- Egypt’s football squad training in Spokane for Iran faceoffEgypt's national football team trained in Spokane ahead of their 2026 World Cup group stage match against Iran, with 24 players participating and two receiving medical attention.
- Planning Ministry: Developing digital infrastructure tops state priorities to boost competitivenessEgypt's Planning Ministry prioritizes digital infrastructure development to enhance economic competitiveness, with efforts focused on improving data linkage and implementing a national data center strategy.
- PM congratulates President al-Sisi, Egyptians on June 30 revolution anniversaryPrime Minister Mostafa Madbouly celebrated the 13th anniversary of Egypt's June 30 Revolution, praised national development efforts, and recognized diplomatic and sports achievements.
- Suez Canal chief: Waterway strengthens global maritime standing despite regional challengesSuez Canal chief says the waterway maintains its global maritime leadership and develops new services despite regional challenges, emphasizing its economic importance and strategic goals.
- Egypt’s economy grows 5% in Q3 FY2025/26, beating expectationsEgypt's economy grew 5% in Q3 FY2025/26, surpassing expectations, driven by manufacturing, ICT, and Suez Canal performance, with private sector investments rising to over 50% of total investments.
- What to know about how teams qualify for the World Cup knockout round and which squads need to do what todaySix group stage matches will determine which teams advance to the World Cup knockout rounds, with the top two teams in each group and eight best third-place teams qualifying. Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals in a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan.
- Russia is still inching forward in eastern Ukraine, but experts say claims of progress are exaggeratedRussia claims to be advancing in eastern Ukraine, but experts and Ukrainian forces say the progress is minimal and exaggerated, with Russia using infiltration tactics and possibly AI-altered footage to project success.