Egypt

Country Egypt
Capital Cairo
Continent Africa
Currency Egyptian pound(EGP)
Languages Arabic

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The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C., and a series of dynasties ruled in Egypt for the next three millennia. The last native dynasty fell to the Persians in 341 B.C., who in turn were replaced by the Greeks, Romans, and Byzantines. It was the Arabs who introduced Islam and the Arabic language in the 7th century and who ruled for the next six centuries. A local military caste, the Mamluks took control about 1250 and continued to govern after the conquest of Egypt by the Ottoman Turks in 1517. Following the completion of the Suez Canal in 1869, Egypt became an important world transportation hub, but also fell heavily into debt. Ostensibly to protect its investments, Britain seized control of Egypt's government in 1882, but nominal allegiance to the Ottoman Empire continued until 1914. Partially independent from the UK in 1922, Egypt acquired full sovereignty with the overthrow of the British-backed monarchy in 1952. The completion of the Aswan High Dam in 1971 and the resultant Lake Nasser have altered the time-honored place of the Nile River in the agriculture and ecology of Egypt. A rapidly growing population (the largest in the Arab world), limited arable land, and dependence on the Nile all continue to overtax resources and stress society. The government has struggled to meet the demands of Egypt's growing population through economic reform and massive investment in communications and physical infrastructure.

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Egypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call - Deccan HeraldEgypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call  Deccan Herald

Trump discusses Houthis and Gaza in call with Egypt's president El-Sisi - India TodayTrump discusses Houthis and Gaza in call with Egypt's president El-Sisi  India Today

Egypt’s El-Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call - Arab NewsEgypt’s El-Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call  Arab News

New War In Middle East? Israel ‘Begs US For Help’ As Egypt Amasses Military At Border - Times of IndiaNew War In Middle East? Israel ‘Begs US For Help’ As Egypt Amasses Military At Border  Times of India

Tomb of unidentified ancient Egyptian pharaoh discovered - The HinduTomb of unidentified ancient Egyptian pharaoh discovered  The Hindu

Ancient Magic Meets Modern Science: Researchers Unravel Secrets of Egypt’s Blue Lotus - SciTechDailyAncient Magic Meets Modern Science: Researchers Unravel Secrets of Egypt’s Blue Lotus  SciTechDaily

Hamas Agrees To Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal, To Release Five Hostages - News18Hamas Agrees To Egypt's Ceasefire Proposal, To Release Five Hostages  News18

Red Sea Tragedy: Tourist Submarine Sinks Off Egypt, Killing Six Russians | Firstpost Africa | N18G - FirstpostRed Sea Tragedy: Tourist Submarine Sinks Off Egypt, Killing Six Russians | Firstpost Africa | N18G  Firstpost

Pharaoh vs. Sun: 2471 B.C. blackout may have shattered Egypt’s ancient cult - Business TodayPharaoh vs. Sun: 2471 B.C. blackout may have shattered Egypt’s ancient cult  Business Today

PM aides allegedly took money to promote Qatar as hostage mediator, at Egypt’s expense - The Times of IsraelPM aides allegedly took money to promote Qatar as hostage mediator, at Egypt’s expense  The Times of Israel

Egypts Giza Pyramids Exposed! Has The World Been Lied To All This Time? All About Mysterious Recent - Free Press JournalEgypts Giza Pyramids Exposed! Has The World Been Lied To All This Time? All About Mysterious Recent  Free Press Journal

Archaeologists Left Dumbfounded After Opening a 4,000-Year-Old Sealed Egyptian Pyramid for the First Time - Indian Defence ReviewArchaeologists Left Dumbfounded After Opening a 4,000-Year-Old Sealed Egyptian Pyramid for the First Time  Indian Defence Review

Trump, Egypt's Sisi discuss efforts to restore regional stability & protect Red Sea trade - FirstpostTrump, Egypt's Sisi discuss efforts to restore regional stability & protect Red Sea trade  Firstpost

Egypt and Iran: A Step forward in strengthening relations - Tehran TimesEgypt and Iran: A Step forward in strengthening relations  Tehran Times

Is Egypt building a new 'military base' near Khufu Pyramid? Mysterious structure spotted on Google Maps sp - The Economic TimesIs Egypt building a new 'military base' near Khufu Pyramid? Mysterious structure spotted on Google Maps sp  The Economic Times

Egypt Partners with IFC to Introduce Public Private Partnerships at 11 Airports - International Finance Corporation (IFC)Egypt Partners with IFC to Introduce Public Private Partnerships at 11 Airports  International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Egypt rights groups urge action to save jailed hunger striker - The New ArabEgypt rights groups urge action to save jailed hunger striker  The New Arab

Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia, Albania, Nepal, Colombia, Egypt and More Top Underrated Budget Backpacker Destinations for 2025 – Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldBrazil, Mexico, Indonesia, Albania, Nepal, Colombia, Egypt and More Top Underrated Budget Backpacker Destinations for 2025 – Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Six killed in Red Sea tourist submarine sinking off Egypt: What we know - Al JazeeraSix killed in Red Sea tourist submarine sinking off Egypt: What we know  Al Jazeera

Egypt’s ‘Reconstruction Diplomacy’ Rests on Shaky Domestic Foundations - World Politics ReviewEgypt’s ‘Reconstruction Diplomacy’ Rests on Shaky Domestic Foundations  World Politics Review

Archaeologists found another Egyptian royal tomb—but who does it belong to? - National GeographicArchaeologists found another Egyptian royal tomb—but who does it belong to?  National Geographic

Egypt’s pyramids are amazing. But so is present-day Besaw Island. - The Christian Science MonitorEgypt’s pyramids are amazing. But so is present-day Besaw Island.  The Christian Science Monitor

Tourist submarine carrying 45 Russians sinks in Egypt’s Red Sea: What we know so far - Times of IndiaTourist submarine carrying 45 Russians sinks in Egypt’s Red Sea: What we know so far  Times of India

Egypt’s Sisi ridiculed for distributing McDonald’s meals - The New ArabEgypt’s Sisi ridiculed for distributing McDonald’s meals  The New Arab

Six people dead after tourist submarine sinks off Egypt’s coast - Al JazeeraSix people dead after tourist submarine sinks off Egypt’s coast  Al Jazeera

6 feared dead after tourist submarine carrying 45 sinks off Egypt's coast - Times of India6 feared dead after tourist submarine carrying 45 sinks off Egypt's coast  Times of India

Egypt Nears Deal for up to 100 South Korean FA-50 Light Attack Aircraft - The Defense PostEgypt Nears Deal for up to 100 South Korean FA-50 Light Attack Aircraft  The Defense Post

Egypt declares Monday as first day of Eid Al-Fitr after crescent moon sighting failure - Egypt TodayEgypt declares Monday as first day of Eid Al-Fitr after crescent moon sighting failure  Egypt Today

Trump upbeat after speaking to Egypt leader Sissi on Gaza, Yemen - The Times of IsraelTrump upbeat after speaking to Egypt leader Sissi on Gaza, Yemen  The Times of Israel

Mysterious Structure Discovered Near Egypt’s Pyramids On Google Maps Triggers Wild Theories - Jagran EnglishMysterious Structure Discovered Near Egypt’s Pyramids On Google Maps Triggers Wild Theories  Jagran English

Photos reveal monumental scale of Egypt's New Administrative Capital - DezeenPhotos reveal monumental scale of Egypt's New Administrative Capital  Dezeen

Hamas says it agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar - France 24Hamas says it agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar  France 24

Egypt submarine sinking: Crew questioned after six tourists killed - BBCEgypt submarine sinking: Crew questioned after six tourists killed  BBC

Egypt needs to start acting like America’s ally - JNS.orgEgypt needs to start acting like America’s ally  JNS.org

Six dead and 39 rescued after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt, says local governor - live updates - BBCSix dead and 39 rescued after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt, says local governor - live updates  BBC

Egypt's el-Sissi, Trump discuss regional de-escalation efforts | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahEgypt's el-Sissi, Trump discuss regional de-escalation efforts | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Egypt submarine sinking: What we know so far - BBCEgypt submarine sinking: What we know so far  BBC

3,600-year-old tomb of unidentified pharaoh uncovered in Egypt - The Times of Israel3,600-year-old tomb of unidentified pharaoh uncovered in Egypt  The Times of Israel

US' Trump, Egypt's Sisi discuss Gaza, Houthis in phone call - Anadolu AjansiUS' Trump, Egypt's Sisi discuss Gaza, Houthis in phone call  Anadolu Ajansi

Israel confronts Egypt over 'major' peace treaty violation - www.israelhayom.comIsrael confronts Egypt over 'major' peace treaty violation  www.israelhayom.com

Party launches "Egypt support document" against Palestinian displacement - Egyptian GazetteParty launches "Egypt support document" against Palestinian displacement  Egyptian Gazette

Egypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call - The Jerusalem PostEgypt's Sisi, Trump discuss regional mediation efforts in phone call  The Jerusalem Post

Egypt releases 2, 777 prisoners on occasion of Eid al-Fitr celebrations - Egypt TodayEgypt releases 2, 777 prisoners on occasion of Eid al-Fitr celebrations  Egypt Today

Sisi, Trump discuss regional stability, bilateral ties - Egyptian GazetteSisi, Trump discuss regional stability, bilateral ties  Egyptian Gazette

At least six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea - Euronews.comAt least six dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea  Euronews.com

GLOBALink | China's EV advances drive new opportunities for Egypt's auto sector: industry leader - XinhuaGLOBALink | China's EV advances drive new opportunities for Egypt's auto sector: industry leader  Xinhua

Six Russians dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt - BBCSix Russians dead after tourist submarine sinks in Egypt  BBC

Six Russian tourists killed after submarine sinks off Egyptian coast - CNNSix Russian tourists killed after submarine sinks off Egyptian coast  CNN

Why Egypt rules the world of squash - Hindustan TimesWhy Egypt rules the world of squash  Hindustan Times

Egypt military buildup in Sinai threatens peace with Israel, source warns - The Jerusalem PostEgypt military buildup in Sinai threatens peace with Israel, source warns  The Jerusalem Post

Egypt: 6 dead after tourist submarine sinks in Red Sea - DWEgypt: 6 dead after tourist submarine sinks in Red Sea  DW

Egypt’s Men’s Sabre Team Makes History with First-Ever World Cup Gold - The North Africa PostEgypt’s Men’s Sabre Team Makes History with First-Ever World Cup Gold  The North Africa Post

Six Russian tourists die after submarine sinks off Egypt coast - The GuardianSix Russian tourists die after submarine sinks off Egypt coast  The Guardian

Trump says he held call with Egypt’s Sissi on Houthis, future of Gaza - The Times of IsraelTrump says he held call with Egypt’s Sissi on Houthis, future of Gaza  The Times of Israel

Israel torpedos Egyptian ceasefire proposal already accepted by Hamas - Peoples DispatchIsrael torpedos Egyptian ceasefire proposal already accepted by Hamas  Peoples Dispatch

Egypt’s tourist submarine sinks: Why deep-sea tourism faces growing safety concerns - Times of IndiaEgypt’s tourist submarine sinks: Why deep-sea tourism faces growing safety concerns  Times of India

South Africa vs Egypt - U-17 AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS - Confédération Africaine de FootballSouth Africa vs Egypt - U-17 AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS  Confédération Africaine de Football

Qatargate actors suspected of portraying Egypt's role in hostage talks negatively, boosting Qatar's image, in exchange for money -- judge - The Times of IsraelQatargate actors suspected of portraying Egypt's role in hostage talks negatively, boosting Qatar's image, in exchange for money -- judge  The Times of Israel

Egypt: Making farming smarter, one field at a time - HortidailyEgypt: Making farming smarter, one field at a time  Hortidaily

Egypt's Troop Deployment In Sinai Breaches Peace Treaty - Senior Official - i24NEWSEgypt's Troop Deployment In Sinai Breaches Peace Treaty - Senior Official  i24NEWS

Advocacy Grants for Diaspora Organizations working on Human Rights – Egypt - fundsforNGOsAdvocacy Grants for Diaspora Organizations working on Human Rights – Egypt  fundsforNGOs

New discovery in Egypt - what these scientists found under the pyramids of Giza could change history - Unión RayoNew discovery in Egypt - what these scientists found under the pyramids of Giza could change history  Unión Rayo

After 96 Years, Archaeologists Finally Found the Missing Part of a Legendary Statue - Popular MechanicsAfter 96 Years, Archaeologists Finally Found the Missing Part of a Legendary Statue  Popular Mechanics

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say - ReutersEgypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say  Reuters

VCU researcher finds insights into social media, activism and journalism by exploring unrest in Egypt - VCU NewsVCU researcher finds insights into social media, activism and journalism by exploring unrest in Egypt  VCU News

Archaeologists discovered a mysterious pharaoh from a war-ridden era of ancient Egypt. Take a look inside his tomb. - Business InsiderArchaeologists discovered a mysterious pharaoh from a war-ridden era of ancient Egypt. Take a look inside his tomb.  Business Insider

Egypt welcomes European Parliament’s approval of €4 Billion EU support tranche - Egyptian GazetteEgypt welcomes European Parliament’s approval of €4 Billion EU support tranche  Egyptian Gazette

The Greek Mummy Portraits Discovered in Fayoum, Egypt - GreekReporter.comThe Greek Mummy Portraits Discovered in Fayoum, Egypt  GreekReporter.com

Is there a ‘vast hidden city’ beneath Egypt’s Giza pyramids? - FirstpostIs there a ‘vast hidden city’ beneath Egypt’s Giza pyramids?  Firstpost

Egypt sees milder weather on second day of Eid, slight chance of rain - OZ Arab MediaEgypt sees milder weather on second day of Eid, slight chance of rain  OZ Arab Media

At least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt - AP NewsAt least 6 dead after submarine carrying tourists on a reef tour in Red Sea sinks off Egypt  AP News

Ancient Egyptian 3,200-year-old tomb of Ramses III’s general uncovered - YnetnewsAncient Egyptian 3,200-year-old tomb of Ramses III’s general uncovered  Ynetnews

Iran and Egypt discuss situation in Gaza and the wider region - Tehran TimesIran and Egypt discuss situation in Gaza and the wider region  Tehran Times

Tourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea; at least 6 feared dead - The Economic TimesTourist submarine sinks in Egypt's Red Sea; at least 6 feared dead  The Economic Times

Egypt could lose aid if it refuses Trump's Gaza plan: report - The New ArabEgypt could lose aid if it refuses Trump's Gaza plan: report  The New Arab

Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza as Egypt offers new ceasefire proposal - The HinduIsraeli strikes kill scores in Gaza as Egypt offers new ceasefire proposal  The Hindu

Archaeologists in Egypt Uncover Tomb of Ancient High-Ranking Military Commander - ARTnews.comArchaeologists in Egypt Uncover Tomb of Ancient High-Ranking Military Commander  ARTnews.com

Saudi Arabia Closes Egyptian Dessert Chain ‘B Laban’ Amid Food Poisoning Reports - Egyptian StreetsSaudi Arabia Closes Egyptian Dessert Chain ‘B Laban’ Amid Food Poisoning Reports  Egyptian Streets

Egyptian plan would free 5 living hostages on day one, with releases every 7-10 days - The Times of IsraelEgyptian plan would free 5 living hostages on day one, with releases every 7-10 days  The Times of Israel

Q&A on malaria-free certification of Egypt - World Health Organization (WHO)Q&A on malaria-free certification of Egypt  World Health Organization (WHO)

Egyptian envoy hosts banquet for Cypriot president - Egyptian GazetteEgyptian envoy hosts banquet for Cypriot president  Egyptian Gazette

Egypt approves $91 billion budget for 2025/26 - ReutersEgypt approves $91 billion budget for 2025/26  Reuters

Trump says held call with Egypt's Sisi, went very well - The Jerusalem PostTrump says held call with Egypt's Sisi, went very well  The Jerusalem Post

Trump upbeat after speaking to Egypt leader on Gaza, Yemen - 24 News HDTrump upbeat after speaking to Egypt leader on Gaza, Yemen  24 News HD

Egypt and US leaders discuss measures to restore Red Sea shipping security - Cyprus MailEgypt and US leaders discuss measures to restore Red Sea shipping security  Cyprus Mail

The erosion of Israel-Egypt relations and what went wrong - opinion - The Jerusalem PostThe erosion of Israel-Egypt relations and what went wrong - opinion  The Jerusalem Post

Amna Eltarabolsy on being Egypt Squash’s first female president - World SquashAmna Eltarabolsy on being Egypt Squash’s first female president  World Squash

Egypt sees rare pro-Palestine protests on Eid al-Fitr - The New ArabEgypt sees rare pro-Palestine protests on Eid al-Fitr  The New Arab

Tourist Submarine Highlights: Six killed as submarine carrying 45 Russians sinks in Egypt’s Red Sea - CNBC TV18Tourist Submarine Highlights: Six killed as submarine carrying 45 Russians sinks in Egypt’s Red Sea  CNBC TV18

Egypt appreciates EP decision on 2nd tranche of EU's financial support package - Egypt TodayEgypt appreciates EP decision on 2nd tranche of EU's financial support package  Egypt Today

Archaeologists Find Huge Tomb of Unknown Pharaoh in Egypt - The New York TimesArchaeologists Find Huge Tomb of Unknown Pharaoh in Egypt  The New York Times

Six dead as tourist submarine crashes off the coast of Egypt - NBC NewsSix dead as tourist submarine crashes off the coast of Egypt  NBC News

Palestinian tribes praise Egyptian public support for Gaza - Egypt TodayPalestinian tribes praise Egyptian public support for Gaza  Egypt Today

Israel raises concerns over Egypt’s Sinai military buildup, citing peace deal breach - Türkiye TodayIsrael raises concerns over Egypt’s Sinai military buildup, citing peace deal breach  Türkiye Today

Egypt sees encouraging signs in Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say - France 24Egypt sees encouraging signs in Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say  France 24

Egypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says - ReutersEgypt Suez Canal monthly revenue losses at around $800 million, Sisi says  Reuters

Egypt’s Wheat Imports Hold Steady as Production Rises in 2025 - CairoSceneEgypt’s Wheat Imports Hold Steady as Production Rises in 2025  CairoScene

FIFA U20 WORLD CUP Babu Names Kenya U20 Squad Ahead of AFCON Showdown in Egypt - Africa Top SportsFIFA U20 WORLD CUP Babu Names Kenya U20 Squad Ahead of AFCON Showdown in Egypt  Africa Top Sports

Egypt’s wheat imports forecast at 13 million tonnes - World GrainEgypt’s wheat imports forecast at 13 million tonnes  World Grain

HAVELSAN and Egypt’s Kader Factory Sign UGV Co-Production Agreement - quwa.orgHAVELSAN and Egypt’s Kader Factory Sign UGV Co-Production Agreement  quwa.org

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Several dead after tourist submarine sinks off coast of Egypt - NBC NewsSeveral dead after tourist submarine sinks off coast of Egypt  NBC News