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}
Khan el‑Khalili has been a bustling market and cultural center for centuries, with spices, crafts, and traditional Egyptian street culture. It’s one of the best places in Cairo to experience local life. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
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Various experts have criticized US President Donald Trump‘s decision to impose new tariffs ranging from 10 percent to 12.5 percent on imports from 60 trading partners, including Egypt. Speaking to Al-Masry Al-Youm, they said that this decision violates international norms and laws. A member of the National Council for Human Rights and Secretary of the …
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India’s education minister said Saturday he had resigned in a major victory for young protesters, whose spiraling demonstrations have presented a rare and growing challenge to the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Protesters have been calling for accountability after allegations entrance exams to esteemed medical schools had been leaked and sold, with the unrest …
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Egypt on Saturday called for an immediate halt to military operations and all forms of escalation, stressing the need to safeguard freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea as attacks on shipping and military sites intensified across the Gulf. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed efforts to contain the crisis […]
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World-renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass and acclaimed Egyptian actress Laila Eloui were honoured during the opening and awards ceremony of the Marateale 2026 International Film Festival in Italy, where both received prestigious awards in recognition of their outstanding contributions to culture, heritage, and the arts. Held at Maratea’s iconic open-air theatre overlooking the famous Christ the […]
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Egypt and seven Arab and Islamic nations on 23 July condemned Israel’s latest escalation at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, including large-scale settler incursions led by Israeli ministers and the display of the Israeli flag inside the compound, describing them as violations of international law and the site’s longstanding historical and legal status. The statement came after Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir led thousands of Israeli settlers into the mosque compound on Thursday. The eight countries, including Jordan, the UAE, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, also condemned the raising of the Israeli flag inside the site, the installation of two police tents within the compound, and what they called a series of provocative actions that violate the site’s historical and legal status. According to the joint statement, these actions breach international law, relevant United Nations resolutions, and the longstanding arrangements governing Muslim and Christian holy sites in occupied East Jerusalem. The ministers warned that repeated incursions, inflammatory rhetoric, and calls for further actions at Al-Aqsa risk increasing regional tensions, fueling extremism, and undermining efforts to achieve a two-state solution. The statement stressed that Israel,Continue reading "Eight Nations, Including Egypt, Condemn Israeli escalation at Al-Aqsa Mosque"
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Egypt expressed its support on Friday, 24 July, for a joint statement issued by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Jordan condemning recent Iranian attacks, reaffirming its solidarity with Arab states and backing measures to safeguard their security and sovereignty. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Abroad said the GCC-Jordan statement reflected a unified Arab position in confronting the attacks, adding that Egypt fully supports the legitimate measures taken by Arab states to preserve their security, stability, and sovereignty. Earlier on Thursday, the GCC member states and Jordan issued a joint statement condemning what they described as Iranian attacks targeting Gulf countries and Jordan, calling them a violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. Egypt also condemned attacks targeting the sovereignty of Arab states, civilians, civilian facilities, and vital infrastructure, while rejecting any actions that threaten the security and freedom of international navigation. The ministry reiterated Egypt’s position on the need to respect the sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity of all states, reject the use or threat of force, and uphold the principles of good neighbourliness and non-interference in the internal affairsContinue reading "Egypt Reaffirms Support for GCC and Jordan Following Iranian Attacks"
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As part of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources’ (MoPMR) strategy to increase domestic natural gas production, maximize existing infrastructure, and reduce reliance on imports, it is working with BP to bring the “Fayoum North-4” well in the Mediterranean Sea into production soon. The well is expected to produce approximately 80 million cubic feet […]
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Karim Badawi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MoPMR), said Egypt’s crude oil production has hit its highest level in nearly two years. He credited settling outstanding payments to investment partners in June with restoring confidence, attracting new capital, and accelerating exploration and production. During his visit to Alexandria Petroleum Company (APC), Badawi said refinery […]
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