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- 1Dozens of nations walk out of Netanyahu's UN speech●Full list of nations to walk out of Netanyahu’s speech: (Source: https://www. thelondoneconomic.com/news/ful l-list-of-c
Multiple countries walked out of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's speech at the United Nations, with a full list of the delegations circulating widely. Nations named include Egypt, Palestine, Yemen, Sudan, Tunisia, Senegal, Panama, Suriname, Tuvalu and Turkmenistan. The walkouts underline deep international divisions over Israel's conduct of its wars in Gaza and Lebanon, and reactions online are largely critical of Netanyahu.
- 2Qatar's Al Thani accuses Netanyahu government of sabotaging Gaza talks▼Qatar's Al Thani claims Netanyahu's 'far-right government' sabotaging Gaza talks
Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's 'far-right government' of undermining mediation efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza and securing a hostage release deal. Qatar, which has acted as a key mediator alongside Egypt and the United States, says the Israeli government's positions are obstructing progress in the negotiations.
- 3Egypt says it warned Israel Gaza situation could explode▼Egyptian source: 'We told the Israelis the situation in Gaza could blow up'
An Egyptian source said Cairo had warned Israeli officials that the situation in Gaza could blow up, according to a report by Israel Hayom. The remark points to growing Egyptian concern that escalation in the enclave threatens regional stability and Egypt's role as mediator between Israel and Hamas.
- 4Egypt's central bank lowers inflation forecasts, holds rates▼CBE lowers inflation forecasts, keeps key rates unchanged
The Central Bank of Egypt has revised down its inflation forecasts while keeping its key interest rates unchanged. The decision signals that policymakers see price pressures easing, but prefer to wait for more evidence before loosening monetary policy. Economists are weighing what the improved outlook means for the timing of future rate cuts and for Egypt's broader economic reform programme.
- 5Egypt to rest Salah for South Sudan AFCON qualifier over pitch concerns▼Egypt to rest Salah in South Sudan AFCON qualifier over pitch concerns
Egypt will leave Mohamed Salah out of their Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against South Sudan, citing concerns over the quality of the pitch. Coaches aim to protect the Liverpool forward from injury risk in what is described as a low-stakes match. The decision is drawing attention as Egypt balance squad rotation with qualification obligations.
- 6Egyptian Physicist Ahmed El Gendy Unveils Mechanical Force Cancer Treatment▼Egyptian Physicist Ahmed El Gendy Unveils Promising Cancer Treatment Using Mechanical Force Instead Of Heat
Egyptian physicist Ahmed El Gendy has presented a promising new approach to cancer treatment that relies on mechanical force rather than heat to target tumours. The method could offer an alternative to heat-based therapies, potentially reducing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. Details on clinical testing and effectiveness have not yet been made widely available, and reaction from the medical community is so far limited.
- 7Egypt banks post EGP 373bn net profit in first half of 2026▼Banks operating in Egypt post EGP 373.133bn net profit in H1 2026: CBE
Banks operating in Egypt recorded EGP 373.133 billion in net profits during the first half of 2026, according to the Central Bank of Egypt. The figure highlights continued strong earnings across the country's banking sector, and is drawing attention from analysts tracking Egypt's economy and financial market performance.
- 8Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt AFCON qualifier over artificial pitch●Mohamed Salah rested for Egypt’s AFCON qualifier due to artificial pitch
Mohamed Salah was left out of Egypt's starting line-up for an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with reports saying the decision was made to protect him from the risks of playing on an artificial pitch. The call has drawn attention given Salah's importance to the national team and ongoing debates about the toll of artificial surfaces on players.
- 9Egypt joins Mediterranean war drill, backs Trump's Gaza plan▼Africa’s most powerful military and Middle East’s strongest back Trump’s Gaza plan after Egypt joins France, Italy and Greece for major Mediterranean war drill
Egypt, described as one of the region's strongest militaries, has joined France, Italy and Greece for a major naval exercise in the Mediterranean while lending support to Donald Trump's plan for Gaza. The joint drill and political backing signal growing regional alignment around postwar proposals for the territory, drawing attention across Middle East and African media.
- 10Mohamed Salah to miss Egypt's South Sudan World Cup qualifier over artificial pitch▼Egyptian star Mohamed Salah to miss South Sudan clash over artificial pitch
Egypt and Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah will sit out Egypt's World Cup qualifier against South Sudan, reportedly due to concerns over the artificial pitch at the match venue. Salah is one of Africa's biggest football stars and Egypt's captain, so his absence is a significant blow for the Pharaohs as they chase qualification. Fans and commentators are debating the risk artificial turf poses to elite players and what it means for Egypt's chances without their leading scorer.
- 11Egypt warns Ethiopia over Nile mega-dam water security▼Africa’s most powerful military warns U.S. backed Ethiopia as Egypt vows to protect its Nile water security over controversial mega-dam
Egypt has issued a fresh warning to Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, vowing to protect its Nile water security as tensions flare anew. The dispute pits Egypt, which depends on the Nile for most of its fresh water, against the U.S.-backed Ethiopian dam project on the Blue Nile. Egypt's military, ranked among Africa's most powerful, has framed water access as a red line, reigniting regional debate over the long-running standoff.
- 12Ancient Egyptian fortress reveals New Kingdom military life●Ancient Egyptian fortress reveals military life in New Kingdom
A newly examined ancient Egyptian fortress is shedding light on how soldiers lived and operated during the New Kingdom period. Findings from the site offer rare detail on military organization, daily routines and defensive architecture of ancient Egypt's imperial era, drawing attention from archaeologists and history enthusiasts worldwide.
- 13Hossam Hassan under pressure ahead of South Sudan match●Hossam Hassan faces the spectre of dismissal against South Sudan
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan is reportedly facing the prospect of being dismissed if results go badly against South Sudan. Reports frame the fixture as a make-or-break moment for the veteran coach, whose future in the national team job could hinge on the outcome. Fans and pundits are debating whether he should stay or go depending on the result.
- 14Egypt named among nations with solution to Russia trade route aggression●Africa’s strongest military nation, alongside India and Turkey, listed as a country with a solution to Russia’s aggression on a very important trade route
Business Insider Africa reports that Egypt, ranked as Africa's strongest military nation, has been listed alongside India and Turkey as a country offering a solution to Russia's aggression affecting a major trade route. The report highlights the strategic role these three countries could play in safeguarding global shipping corridors amid ongoing tensions linked to the war in Ukraine.