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‘I’ll starve myself until I collapse to secure my son’s release from Egyptian prison,’ vows grandmother

Exclusive: Pro-democracy activist Alaa Abdel Fattah has been in prison in Egypt for more than 10 years on charges the United Nations says are unjust

The Independent UK

Hunger strike mother steps up action in bid to free son jailed in Egypt

Alaa Abd El-Fattah has spent most of the past decade in prison because of his criticism of Egypt’s rulers.

Evening Standard

Somaliland goes to the polls amid Ethiopia-Somalia port deal row

Small Somaliland is positioned in the middle of a regional spat that some experts fear could escalate further.

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World reactions as Donald Trump wins US presidential election

After a turbulent and defiant campaign against Kamala Harris, Trump will become the country’s 47th president.

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Egypt urges two-day truce as Israel kills 1,000 during northern Gaza siege

President Sisi’s plan includes exchanging four Israeli captives held in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.

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Israeli protesters interrupt Netanyahu’s speech as Gaza truce talks resume

Pressure is mounting on Netanyahu’s administration to secure a deal for the release of the remaining captives in Gaza.

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US greenlights military assistance to Egypt, overruling rights concerns

Biden administration approves $1.3bn in military aid for Egypt, despite reports that rights abuses remain widespread.

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‘Better together’: Presidents of Egypt, Turkey seek common ground in Ankara

The past few years have seen a warming of relations between the two countries, cemented by high-level visits.

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Hamas Appoints Yahya Sinwar As New Leader

Hamas appoints Yahya Sinwar as leader amid calls for cease-fire in Israel conflict. International efforts focus on civilian well-being and de-escalation.

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Antony Blinken in Middle East, says he is focused on Gaza ceasefire deal

Top US diplomat says countries in the region should press Hamas to accept Biden’s ceasefire proposal.

Al Jazeera

Egypt’s el-Sisi reappoints PM Madbouly, orders him to form new cabinet

President says new government must tackle local and international issues.

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El-Sisi and Biden agree to send aid to Gaza via Karem Abu Salem crossing

Aid will be sent via crossing with Israel until legal mechanisms in place to reopen crucial Rafah crossing, Egypt says.

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Arab League calls for UN peacekeepers in occupied Palestinian territory

Arab leaders accuse Israel of obstructing Gaza ceasefire efforts and demand an end to its war on Palestinian territory.

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Blinken meets with Arab officials, calls for ‘enduring end’ to Gaza crisis

US secretary of state holds talks with Egyptian president and crown prince of Saudi Arabia in latest Middle East tour.

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EU announces $8bn package for Egypt as part of deal to check migration

The agreement, which lifts EU’s relationship with Egypt to ‘strategic partnership’, draws criticism from rights groups.

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New Hamas Gaza truce proposal outlines exchange of captives for prisoners

With the war in its sixth month, Israel says plan presented to international mediators based on ‘unrealistic demands’.

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Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 161

At least 20 Palestinians have died after Israel attacked a crowd of people waiting for humanitarian assistance.

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Why Israel’s impending Rafah offensive is testing ties with Egypt

Egypt fears Israel won’t allow Palestinians back into Gaza while a refugee exodus will burden its ailing economy.

Reason

Joe Biden's No Good, Very Bad Day

It was a week of bad news for the president. Fortunately for him, he probably won’t remember.

The Guardian - AU

Middle East crisis: IDF reportedly believes more than a fifth of remaining Israeli hostages are dead

New York Times says it has seen report from Israel military that at least 32 of the remaining hostages in Gaza are believed to be dead

Al Jazeera

Egypt’s economy will be its biggest challenge during el-Sisi’s third term

How will the coming years unfold for Egyptians who are hoping that their standard of living will improve a bit?

The Independent UK

David Cameron pushes his plan for Gaza ceasefire as he meets Middle East leaders

Diplomatic blitz in Jordan and Egypt, as foreign secretary argues case for ‘sustainable’ end to conflict

Radio France Internationale

Egypt's Abdel Fattah al-Sisi secures third term with landslide victory

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has been reelected for a third, six-year term in office. He has ruled Egypt with an iron fist since seizing power from Islamists a decade ago, but now faces mounting frustration over an economic crisis.

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