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Gas tankers 'damaged' in fire at Egyptian port

Authorities say blaze under control but stay silent on reports of drone attack

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El Sisi grants army-linked Future of Egypt Authority new powers to run economy

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French minister condemns impact of 'ceasefire on paper' in Gaza

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Hundreds of thousands of Egyptians lose food subsidies under eligibility reforms

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Egypt's Mayar Sherif after winning the WTA 250 level tournament in Iasi, Romania. Photo: Mayar Sherif / Instagram

ExclusiveEgypt's Sherif 'hungry for more' after winning third straight title

Cairene star speaks to The National about overcoming anxiety and mental struggles to rise to No 55 in world rankings

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Hany Shenouda dies aged 83: Nine recordings that changed Egyptian pop

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Mediators seek to salvage US-Iran ceasefire with 10-day truce proposal

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Why Port of Aqaba matters to Gulf energy and logistics

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World Cup report cards: Who got an A and who got an F? Grading the Arab teams

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Trump's board waters down Gaza reconstruction with small housing plan

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The Port of Aqaba in Jordan handles a diverse range of cargo, including general freight, grain and livestock. Photo: AD Ports Group

Why Port of Aqaba matters to Gulf energy and logistics

Port is Jordan’s dominant gateway for foreign trade, handling about 80% of exports and 65% of imports

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World Cup report cards: Who got an A and who got an F? Grading the Arab teams

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Trump's board waters down Gaza reconstruction with small housing plan

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AnalysisEgypt and Turkey's growing alliance puts old rivalry aside and alarms Israel

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