Cairo is the capital and largest city of Egypt and the Cairo Governorate, being home to more than 10 million people. It is also part of the largest urban agglomeration in Africa, the Arab world, and the Middle East. The Greater Cairo metropolitan area is one of the largest in the world by population with over 22 million people.
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Experience the Giza plateau with this in‑depth walking tour among the pyramids and the iconic sphinx.
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Explore the historic Khan el‑Khalili bazaar, one of Cairo’s most famous street markets and cultural hubs.
The Pyramids of Giza — including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure — and the Great Sphinx are among the most iconic monuments of ancient Egypt, part of the Giza Plateau just outside modern Cairo. They remain top destinations for travelers exploring Egyptian history. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is the world’s largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization, located near the Giza Plateau. It houses vast collections of ancient artifacts, including spectacular Tutankhamun treasures, and opened officially in late 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
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New York — A group of rural Utah residents wants a chance to vote in November to oppose a massive AI data center development — the latest example of Americans resisting new data center projects over fears they’ll disrupt the environment and their communities. The Utah project was approved by Box Elder County commissioners on Monday, …
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The internet blackout in Iran is more than two months old, the longest on record. For millions who rely on being online to make a living, the void has been devastating. But some have privileged access through what’s called “Internet Pro” – and that’s causing widespread public criticism. The program, launched earlier this year, appears …
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Egypt’s Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that it is closely following the hijacking of the oil tanker M/T Eureka, which was carrying eight Egyptian sailors. The vessel was reportedly seized in Yemeni territorial waters and taken toward Somali waters near the Puntland region. In an official statement, the ministry said Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has […]
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US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s response to a US proposal aimed at ending the war, as Tehran pressed for conditions including lifting the naval blockade, easing sanctions, and retaining influence over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange comes amid intensified regional and international diplomacy to preserve the fragile Gulf truce. Trump […]
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi arrived in Nairobi on Monday 11 May to take part in the Africa–France summit, a two-day gathering in the Kenyan capital, bringing together African leaders, French officials, international organizations, and business representatives to discuss economic development and regional cooperation. Held under the theme “Africa Forward,” the summit is jointly organized by Kenya and France and focuses on issues including sustainable growth, digital innovation, energy transition, and reforming global financial institutions. French President Emmanuel Macron and UN Secretary-General António Guterres are among the senior figures attending the event alongside heads of state, development banks, and private-sector leaders from across Africa and Europe. According to the Egyptian presidency, Al-Sisi is scheduled to deliver remarks during the summit and participate in a number of meetings with African and international officials on the sidelines of the event. The summit takes place at a time when many African governments are pushing for stronger representation in international economic institutions and increased financing for infrastructure, renewable energy, and technology projects. France has also been seeking to redefine its relationship with African countries through expanded economic partnerships and investment initiatives. Organizers say thisContinue reading "Al-Sisi Arrives in Kenya for Africa–France Summit"
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Egypt’s Foreign Ministry announced on Sunday, 10 May, that it secured the release of 1,379 Egyptian nationals detained in Libya on irregular migration charges during the first four months of 2026, as Cairo intensifies efforts to manage a persistent and often deadly flow of citizens attempting to reach Europe through North Africa. In a statement, the ministry said 508 detainees held in Tripoli and 871 held in Benghazi were released and returned home between January and April, in coordination with Libyan authorities. The ministry also said 94 bodies were repatriated during the same period, victims of shipwrecks involving boats carrying Egyptian migrants, along with the remains of five additional citizens identified through DNA analysis after their bodies were recovered off the Tunisian coast. Egypt has long been a major source country for irregular migrants attempting the treacherous Mediterranean crossing, often through Libya, where smuggling networks operate with near impunity amid the country’s prolonged political fragmentation. The ministry renewed its appeal to citizens to resist “the illusions of irregular migration” and warned against engaging with trafficking networks, urging Egyptians instead to enter neighboring countries only with valid visas and documented workContinue reading "Egypt Frees Over 1,300 Citizens Detained in Libya Over Irregular Migration"
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Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, has proposed hosting a high-level ministerial meeting for members of the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) in Alamein this June. The meeting, to be held in conjunction with the African Union’s Mid-Year Coordination Summit, aims to establish a unified platform for coordinating infrastructure financing and energy security […]
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Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports to China are set to decline further in June, as Chinese refiners reduce demand in response to higher prices linked to US –Iran tensions, industry sources said to Reuters. Saudi Aramco shipped around 10 million barrels (mmbbl) to Chinese customers in May, equivalent to 333,000 barrels per day (bbl/d), according […]
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