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30/11/2025

: Three Egyptians kidnapped in released
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates announced Sunday the success of intensive communications and efforts made by Egyptian State to secure the release of three Egyptian citizens who had been kidnapped in Mali.

All efforts came as part of continued round-the-clock follow-up on the process of securing the citizens’ release and after extensive coordination with the Malian government through the Egyptian Embassy in Bamako, as well as with all State institutions and the consular sector of the ministry.

The ministry confirmed - in an official statement - “that stemming from its responsibilities and its full commitment to continually monitoring the conditions of the nation’s sons and daughters around the world, it works to provide the highest levels of care, support and protection for them and to ensure the removal of any obstacles they may face, based on its national duty and its constant keenness on safeguarding their rights and interests abroad.”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also renewed its call for all Egyptian citizens residing in the Republic of Mali to fully comply with the instructions and laws of the local authorities, to carry identification documents at all times and to exercise the utmost caution. It further urged them to avoid traveling outside the capital to other cities and regions at the present time, in order to preserve their safety and security.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues its communications with the Malian authorities and with the Egyptian Embassy in Bamako to emphasize these instructions and ensure safety of Egyptian citizens residing in Mali.

30/11/2025

Egypt urges global action to protect Palestinians, end settlement expansion
Egypt’s Permanent Representative to the Arab League Mohamed Samir said the international community’s responsibility toward the Palestinian people must go beyond expressions of solidarity to concrete action.

He stressed the need to provide protection for Palestinian civilians across the occupied territories, halt all settlement activity and de facto annexation efforts, ensure respect for international humanitarian law, launch a credible political process leading to a just and comprehensive final settlement, and support reconstruction efforts in Gaza to restore dignified living conditions.

Addressing the Arab League on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People on Sunday, Samir said the occasion carries deep political and moral significance. He noted that the Palestinian cause remains an open wound in the conscience of humanity and a testament to the international community’s failure to uphold the inalienable rights of a people still denied self-determination and the establishment of an independent state on the June 4, 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital.

He cautioned that while the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza has drawn global attention due to its scale of destruction and unbearable suffering, the broader Palestinian tragedy extends far beyond the enclave.

In the West Bank and East Jerusalem, he noted, practices amounting to a gradual and systematic silent annexation continue through the expansion of settlement boundaries, the steady growth of settlement activity, the legalization of illegal outposts, and the issuance of new building permits within them. These actions, he said, fragment Palestinian territory and undermine the foundations of a viable independent state, taking place with little global media attention and becoming entrenched as a fait accompli.

Samir stressed that reinforcing solidarity with the Palestinian people has become even more crucial, underscoring that Palestinians need clear confirmation that their cause remains alive in the world’s conscience and that the international community recognizes the justice of their struggle.

30/11/2025

83rd ‘Zad Al-Izza’ convoy enters
Humanitarian and relief aid trucks, as part of the “Zad Al-Izza convoy, entered the Gaza Strip on Sunday through the side gate of the Rafah Border Crossing after a halt on Friday and Saturday on their way to the Karam Abu Salem Crossing southeast of the Strip.

An official source at Rafah Border Crossing said Sunday, the the trucks of the 83rd “Zad Al-Izza: From Egypt to Gaza” convoy are carrying humanitarian aid for the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, noting that the trucks undergo inspection by the Israeli occupation authorities before entering the Strip.

The Egyptian Red Crescent reported that the 83rd “Zad Al-Izza… From Egypt to Gaza” convoy is carrying about 10,500 tons of urgent humanitarian aid, including more than 5,500 tons of food baskets and flour, more than 2,800 tons of essential medical and relief supplies needed by the Strip, and more than 1,270 tons of petroleum products.

30/11/2025

marks International Day of Solidarity with the People
The General Secretariat of the Arab League on Sunday held an event marking the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.

The event is attended by Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Abul Gheit, representatives of Arab member states, the United Nations, Al Azhar, the Church, as well as representatives of regional and international organizations and a number of public figures.

The event, held at the Arab League headquarters, comes in response to the 1977 UN General Assembly resolution to mark this day annually to shed light on the justice of the Palestinian cause and solidarity with the Palestinian people in their legitimate struggle to end the occupation, achieve freedom and independence, and establish their sovereign state with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with relevant international resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative.

The event includes speeches delivered by the Arab League, the United Nations, Egypt, Palestine, Al-Azhar Al-Sharif and the Coptic Orthodox Church.

30/11/2025

President constantly stresses need to advance cooperation, integration with African countries, says planning minister
Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Rania el-Mashat said Sunday, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi consistently emphasizes advancing cooperation and integration with the African countries to create a shared economic future.

The minister said joint African action is the only way to confront challenges and conflicts and to build a development model based on the exchange of expertise.

During an extensive meeting Mashat held with seven ambassadors of African countries, including Algeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Malawi, Cameroon, Uganda and Senegal - as part of the events of the first Egyptian-African Economic Conference, organized by Al-Ahram Hebdo under the title: “The Africa We Want: Integration and Partnership for the Future”, She explained that the meeting discussed efforts to achieve development on the continent and the shared relations between Egypt and its sister and friendly countries.

All efforts are meant to confront challenges facing African nations, strengthen interconnection between countries through joint infrastructure projects, increase trade exchange and joint investments and create effective partnerships between the private sectors, added the minister.

30/11/2025

FM praises historic ties with
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Expatriate Egyptian Affairs, expressed Sunday Egypt's appreciation for the historic and close relations with Pakistan.

He expressed pride in the remarkable development the bilateral relations have witnessed in recent years across various fields, stressing the necessity of activating the periodic convening of institutional frameworks for dialogue between the two countries, foremost among them the Joint Committee headed by the Foreign Ministers, and working to hold it as soon as possible to achieve practical and tangible results beneficial to both friendly nations.

This came during the Foreign Minister's meeting with Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, during his current official visit to Islamabad.

Regarding the counter-terrorism file, Abdelatty reviewed Egypt's experience in combating terrorism, highlighting its adoption of a comprehensive approach that combines security and development measures and addresses the roots of extremism through combating poverty and unemployment, in addition to institutional coordination between various state agencies and Al-Azhar Al-Sharif to dismantle extremist networks, his spokesperson Tamim Khallaf said.

The meeting also addressed regional developments in the Middle East, where the Foreign Minister reviewed the latest situation in the Gaza Strip, stressing the importance of implementing UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR 2803) and moving forward with the implementation of the second phase of the Trump Peace Plan.

He emphasized the need to enable the International Stabilization Force to perform its duties to consolidate the ceasefire, and discussed the ongoing preparations for holding the International Conference for Early Recovery and Reconstruction of Gaza.

30/11/2025

FM discusses bilateral relations, developments in media interview in
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates outlined, during an interview with Pakistan's DAWN newspaper and TV channel, the developments of Egyptian-Pakistani relations in the political and economic domains as well as ongoing coordination between the two countries within multilateral frameworks.

The interview took place on the sidelines of Abdelatty's visit to Islamabad.

The top diplomat also reviewed Egypt’s position towards developments in the Middle East, especially in the Gaza Strip, underlining the importance of implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2803 and going ahead with the implementation of the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan.

He also highlighted Egypt’s efforts to support early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza.

29/11/2025

Egypt stresses importance of consolidating
Egypt has joined the international community in commemorating the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, reaffirming that this occasion is not merely an annual remembrance but a moment to revive the values of justice and renew the international moral and political commitment to the Palestinian people and their inherent rights.

In a statement issued Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates emphasized the Palestinian right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital is not just a political demand but a historic entitlement supported by international legitimacy and safeguarded by the conscience of humanity.

On the occasion of this noble anniversary, Egypt underscored the necessity of ensuring a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip as well as the free and unconditional flow of humanitarian aid.

This is in implementation of Security Council Resolution 2803 and in line with the international consensus declared at the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, paving the way for launching a comprehensive political process that restores the Palestinian people’s legitimate rights, the ministry said.

In this context, Egypt continues its close coordination with the United States and regional partners to ensure the full implementation of US President Donald Trump's peace plan and advance the mechanisms associated with it in a manner that preserves Palestinian rights and serves regional stability, it added.

“Egypt proceeds with its efforts with its regional and international partners to support all measures that alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, create the necessary conditions for restoring calm and stability, and open a political horizon to address the root causes of the conflict.”

The ministry emphasized the central role of the Palestinian Authority and the unity of Palestinian lands as an indispensable basis for any viable settlement.

29/11/2025

opens annual conference on special education in Cairo
The Arab Medical Union’s Ma’ak centres for child care, in cooperation with the Nidaa Society, on Saturday opened the fifth annual Arab Conference at the Princess Fatma Academy for vocational education.

The event, held under the title “Applied Practices in Special Education – Challenges and Solutions”, brings together specialists in special education from Egypt and several Arab countries, along with a large number of practitioners in the field. Among the participants is Ali Abu Seif, secretary-general of the Arab Medical Union.

The conference agenda includes scientific sessions featuring lectures and workshops led by special education consultants.

Abu Seif said this year’s conference is important for showcasing the latest methods and applied practices in special education. He underscored the relevance of the topics under discussion and the presence of experienced experts.

He added that the conference aims to build solid scientific foundations for developing children’s abilities and to highlight new strategies to enhance their mental and psychological skills using innovative and engaging approaches.

29/11/2025

Parliamentary affairs min. urges support for , two-state solution
Minister of Parliamentary, Legal and Political Communication Affairs Mahmoud Fawzy asserted the importance of standing with the Palestinian people and supporting Egypt’s efforts for Gaza reconstruction.

He highlighted that the rights of peoples to their land do not expire with time and that peace and security are only achievable through just solutions that grant everyone their rights.

Fawzy stressed that a two-state solution would permanently resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and ensure peaceful coexistence for both peoples.

His remarks came on the occasion of the observance of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People held annually on November 29.

He underlined the importance of commemorating this day in light of the ongoing suffering faced by Palestinians, particularly in the war-devastated Gaza Strip.

Fawzy praised ongoing Egyptian efforts to provide humanitarian aid for displaced people living in temporary shelters and to accelerate the reconstruction process after the Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered in Egypt last October.

29/11/2025

inspects " " project
Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli visited the “Fustat View” project overlooking Fustat Hills Park, as part of his tour on Saturday to review the progress of several Historic Cairo revitalization projects.

This came after his inspection of the “Rawdat Al Sayyida 2” alternative housing project.

Chairman of the Urban Development Fund (UDF) Khaled Seddik asserted that the implementation of “Fustat View” is part of the UDF's role in achieving sustainable urban development, improving living standards, enhancing the urban environment and continuing the state’s efforts to eliminate unsafe areas.

During the inspection tour, Madbouli received a briefing from Sameh Seifin, General Manager of Innovo Company, who outlined the project’s components.

“Fustat View” overlooks Fustat Hills Park and comprises 1,412 residential units and 240 units within hotel towers, alongside a variety of commercial and administrative units, he said.

The project forms a fully integrated urban community, offering amenities such as a health club, mosque, multi-story parking garage and extensive green spaces, aiming to enhance residents’ quality of life and restore the area’s cultural identity, he added.

Seddik said that “Fustat View” is one of the fund’s flagship projects, spanning 30 feddans in the area formerly known as “Batan Al Baqara,” which had previously been classified as a second-degree unsafe zone under the national map of unsafe areas.

29/11/2025

A Parliamentary Epic in Cairo
• Global praise for President El-Sisi and Egypt’s steadfast position on supporting Palestine and regional stability
• Hanafy Gebaly: Euro-Mediterranean partnership is a strategic necessity… and Egypt holds a comprehensive vision for peace and development
• Abou El-Enein: The Cairo Summit’s recommendations are a new roadmap to resolving regional crises and strengthening balanced Mediterranean partnerships
• European and Arab delegations: El-Sisi is the voice of wisdom and the guarantor of regional stability… and Egypt has become the political center of gravity in the Middle East
• Cairo Declaration: Reviving the Barcelona Process, enhancing cooperation and peace, supporting Palestinian rights, and safeguarding regional security

Cairo hosted one of the most significant parliamentary events in the region, as the Egyptian House of Representatives welcomed the Forum of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean and the Summit of Speakers of Parliament. The gathering transformed into a diplomatic and parliamentary epic that reaffirmed Egypt’s leadership, its pivotal role in advancing regional peace and security, and the global appreciation for President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s unwavering stance on the Palestinian cause.

European and Arab parliamentarians agreed that Cairo succeeded in shaping a clear vision for regional cooperation, noting that Egypt’s recent diplomatic efforts have laid the groundwork for genuine peaceful solutions amid persistent conflicts and tensions.

In his opening remarks, Speaker of the House of Representatives Hanafy Gebaly stressed that the Barcelona Process—celebrating its 30th anniversary—remains a historic milestone in building Euro-Mediterranean partnership. He emphasized that the Cairo meeting provides an opportunity to review the path of cooperation, assess achievements, and confront shared challenges with boldness.

Gebaly underlined that the region is experiencing unprecedented turmoil threatening collective security, and that Egypt under President El-Sisi has presented a unique model of active diplomacy to stop conflicts and support political tracks—most notably by hosting the Sharm El-Sheikh International Peace Summit, which set a roadmap for a just and lasting settlement.

He stressed that stability cannot be achieved without genuine economic growth, adding that Egypt has an ambitious vision to strengthen trade and energy connectivity across the Mediterranean, support the green transition, and encourage investment and technology transfer. He noted that Euro-Mediterranean partnership is not optional—it is a strategic necessity dictated by geography and interlinked interests.

In his address, MP Mohamed Abou El-Enein, Deputy Speaker of the House and President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean, affirmed that marking thirty years since Barcelona underscores the importance of building fair and balanced partnerships. He noted that the Pact for the Mediterranean represents a historic opportunity to reshape regional cooperation based on shared interests rather than unilateral perspectives.

Abou El-Enein stressed that the Palestinian cause is the foundation of regional stability and that no new pact can be complete without a comprehensive and just solution, a full cessation of the aggression on Gaza, and an absolute rejection of any plans for displacement or annexation. He also called for inclusive political solutions in Libya and Sudan, reaffirmed that Egypt’s water security is a red line, and announced a proposed Egyptian mechanism for a permanent parliamentary body to monitor the implementation of the new Mediterranean pact.

The forum witnessed wide praise from European and Arab delegations for President El-Sisi, describing him as a “voice of wisdom” and a statesman capable of steering crises with clarity and resolve. Delegations affirmed that Egypt’s role has become central to preserving regional stability, and that the President’s efforts to halt the assault on Gaza and secure a ceasefire have significantly elevated Egypt’s international standing.

Parliamentarians also commended Egypt’s diplomatic efforts in Libya, Sudan, and Syria, noting that Cairo has become the region’s political center of gravity and the origin of the most impactful peace initiatives.

The Cairo Declaration issued at the conclusion of the meetings encapsulated this broad consensus. It called for reviving the Barcelona Process with a more realistic spirit, supporting a ceasefire in Gaza, reconstruction efforts, opening crossings, and Israeli withdrawal within defined mechanisms. The declaration rejected settlement expansion, annexation, and displacement, and called for direct negotiations under international and regional sponsorship. It also reaffirmed support for Egypt’s water security in accordance with international law.

The declaration also addressed regional challenges in Libya, Sudan, and Syria, stressing comprehensive political solutions, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as enhanced cooperation on climate, energy, migration, education, the blue economy, and digital transformation. It further proposed establishing a Mediterranean University and a Center for Scientific Diplomacy.

The forum concluded by affirming that reviving the Barcelona Process after thirty years is an urgent imperative to launch a new phase of regional integration and build a Mediterranean space that is more stable, prosperous, and interconnected—one in which Egypt remains an indispensable leader and partner in shaping the region’s future.

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