Plumes of smoke rise over Tehran on the second day of US-Israeli attacks on Iran. But where does this leave Egypt? AFP

Egypt's war dilemma: How US ally with improving Iran ties is responding

President El Sisi has expressed admiration for Donald Trump, though Iran seen as bringing 'balance' to region

MENA

Egypt's economy in crisis as financial turmoil grips region

Economy

Debt pressures cast shadow over Egypt’s economy in crossroads year

Economy

Why an Egyptian former BBC boss turned to stand-up comedy at 63

MENA

Security of Red Sea exclusive to coastal states, insists Egypt

MENA

Egypt unlocks $2.3bn in funding after IMF completes review

Economy

'Not the audience for this': Egyptian TV war drama too much for Gazans

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Sudanese refugees queue for food at the Oure Cassoni refugee camp after arriving from Sudan. Getty Images

Al Burhan pledges to fight on in Sudan and modernise the army

General offers amnesty to ‘misled’ fighters who joined the paramilitary RSF

MENA

Egyptian film Safe Exit examines generational trauma after ISIS violence

Film & TV

Saudi Crown Prince attends iftar with Egypt's El Sisi

Gulf

Egypt open to supporting Ethiopia’s Red Sea access if Nile water dispute softens

MENA

Egypt announces discovery of Old Kingdom tombs in Aswan

MENA

Egypt and Turkey deepen newly forged alliance with arms deals and manufacturing ties

MENA

Lorry crash kills 18 near Port Said in Egypt

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These alabaster cosmetic jars with lids and applicators, discovered in the tombs’ courtyard, were possibly used for kohl or cosmetic preparations. Photo: Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.

Egypt announces discovery of Old Kingdom tombs in Aswan

Antiquities ministry finds pottery and jewellery at Qubbat El Hawa

MENA

Egypt and Turkey deepen newly forged alliance with arms deals and manufacturing ties

MENA

Lorry crash kills 18 near Port Said in Egypt

MENA

Sculpture of Ancient Egyptian 'Sun-worshipping baboon' up for sale

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