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Egypt sends second aid package to Sudan
“The aid also comes in light of the Egyptian concern to achieve stability in the brotherly Sudan,” the statement stated.
US cuts $200m of its aid to Palestinians
Money will be redirected to high priority projects elsewhere: US Department of State
Egyptian government sends aid to Sudan
The Egyptian government has sent on Thursday urgent aid to Sudan, following the latest wave of floods that the country has witnessed. According to a statement by the Egyptian presidency, Egypt has sent aid materials, food, medicine, blankets, and tents. The presidency spokesperson said, the aid was sent with the help of the Ministries of …
US State Secretary Pompeo assures more military, economic aid to Egypt
Shoukry to visit Washington in August to discuss maintaining regional stability
Aid convoy reaches Nashabiyah, east of Damascus
By Daily News Egypt The rebel-held town of Nashabiyah in Syria has received its first humanitarian aid convoy since November 2017. But the UN Syria envoy underlined that an uptick in fighting has made the situation “violent and worrying.” The United Nations Special Envoy to Syria, Staffan de Mistura, told the Security Council on Wednesday …
Trump threatens to cut aid to Palestinian entities
US president described Palestinian protests against Jerusalem decision as lack of “appreciation and respect”
Trump threats to cut aid merely to save face: economists, MPs
In case aid stopped, we will reconsider logistical facilitations for Washington, says parliament’s planning and budget committee representative
US economic aid to Egypt to decline by $38m
Egypt has not made use of most of the US aid since 2011, says Tahrir Research Institute
Washington to cut US economic aid to Egypt by half
US would cut its economic aid to several countries, not only Egypt, and the decision does not reflect Trump’s political position, Mahana said
The best way to aid Africa
New York—Drought in Somalia threatens the lives of almost half the population, according to Somalia’s prime minister Hassan Ali Khaire. Over a two-day span, at least 110 people died of hunger in just a single region in the country. This highlights the tremendous needs Somalia and other African countries have for immediate help. In the …
France condemns terror attacks in Farafra, Sinai
France says it stands by Egypt’s efforts to combat terrorism
Egyptian Embassy in Damascus delivers aid to Syrian town of Douma
This is the first humanitarian aid that Egypt deliverd “but it won’t be the last”, says embassy’s chargé d’affaires
France’s Total fined 750,000 euros for graft in UN’s Iraq aid program
A French court has fined energy giant Total for using cash from the UN’s “oil for food” program in Iraq between 1996 and 2003 to bribe Iraqi officials. The company was initially cleared of all charges in 2013.
Dire conditions in besieged Taiz endanger civilian lives: UN official
After five months, humanitarian condition in Taiz slightly improves as food, medical supplies were delivered
Rafah border opened for 2 days amid slight tensions
Hundreds gather at border to protest Hamas’ management of the crossing, say news reports
Egypt was largest recipient of Official Development Assistance: UN Report
Final version of UN’s MDG gap task force report was released on Friday
Kerry to arrive in Egypt for long-postponed Strategic Dialogue
The dialogue is expected to reaffirm US’ longstanding and enduring partnership with Egypt, says US Department of State
US navy chief visits Alexandria for security cooperation
Last month, the US delivered two Fast Missile Crafts to Egypt
IDF seizes Gaza Freedom Flotilla
Flotilla is second such attempt to break the blockade on Gaza
Rafah border opening extended to 5 days: Palestinian official
President Abbas intervened to “ease the burden on families” during Ramadan
Tales from the Yemeni underground
AUC students demonstrate to raise awareness about the Yemen humanitarian situation
Al-Sisi, US Congressmen discuss aid
Meeting’s agenda included Libya and international war on terrorism
Egypt yet to receive Arab deposits: CBE governor
Hisham Ramez’s comments to Reuters come in wake of reports alleging receipt of Kuwait’s $2bn in deposits
Arab Fund loans Egypt $216m for power station
Egyptian minister of international cooperation held meetings in Kuwait, in framework of the annual meetings held by Arab financial institutions
Defence minister leaves for Russia
The visit aims at fostering military cooperation
Egypt seeks to ‘diversify’ weapon providers: Experts
Former military general cites “US pressure” as primary reason behind Egypt’s potential weapons deals with other countries
Mehleb travels to Kuwait with delegation of ministers
Visit is expected to discuss potential collaboration between the two countries
No written initiatives for a political solution to Syrian crisis: Opposition official
President of Syrian Coalition discussed upcoming dialogue and Syrian refugees during Cairo visit
Egypt’s miltary confirms 10 Apaches delivered by US
Military expert says Egypt’s pursuing ‘multiple alternative sources for military cooperation’
International cooperation ministry denies receiving $1bn from Kuwait
Last aid to Egypt was $350m Saudi loan for electricity projects and promoting Saudi exports to Egypt, says ministry spokesperson