As Muslims across Egypt prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, which begins on Tuesday, many families are grappling with rising costs at Cairo’s traditional Sayyida Zeinab market. Inflation Dampens Festive Spirit Residents say prices for Ramadan essentials have doubled compared to last year. “Prices are definitely high and increase…
Cairo, Egypt – Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Cairo on Sunday, February 8, 2026, for high-level talks aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two nations and safeguarding regional stability. Speaking at a press conference at the Presidential Palace, el-Sissi reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Somalia’s…
Cairo, Egypt – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi welcomed Jordan’s King Abdullah II to Cairo on Sunday, February 1, 2026, for high-level talks focused on restoring stability in the Middle East amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. Opposition to Displacement of Palestinians In a statement released by the Egyptian presidency, the…
Cairo, Egypt – Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty welcomed U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau to Cairo on Sunday for high-level discussions aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between Egypt and the United States. The talks focused on key regional issues, including Gaza, Sudan, and the Horn of Africa,…
Tokyo has lost its long-standing status as the world’s most populous megacity, now ranking third, according to a recent United Nations report. Jakarta, Indonesia, now holds the top spot and is expected to maintain it until 2050, when Dhaka, Bangladesh, is projected to overtake it. The UN report highlights a…