Latest news with #AhmedEid
Daily Tribune
12-08-2025
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain outgun USA in high-scoring clash
TDT | Manama Bahrain's youth handball team, competing in the President's Cup after missing out on the main knockout stage, began Group IV play at the IHF Men's Youth World Championship with a 39–33 win over the USA. Their route here came via a narrow 32–30 loss to Japan, a 36–28 defeat to hosts Egypt, and a morale-boosting 36–33 win over South Korea in their final group fixture. A blistering first half against the Americans saw them lead 23–13 at the break, a margin that proved decisive despite a late rally. Attack in Full Flow Bahrain converted 68% of their 57 shots, punishing the USA's defence from all areas. They went 11/13 from the six-metre line, 7/15 from nine metres, and scored on 6 of 8 fast breaks. The balance of their attack kept the Americans guessing — five players finished with four goals or more. Standout Performers Ahmed Eid led with a perfect 6/6 shooting, while Abbas Ali (6/7), Mahmood Yusuf (5/10), and Sayed Ahmed Alfalahi (5/5) all made major contributions. Mohamed Aadam's 80% shooting and Fadhel Ebrahim's flawless 3/3 added depth to Bahrain's scoring spread. In goal, Haidar Salman made 8 saves from 29 shots, while Mohamed Abdulhusan chipped in with three stops. USA's Late Push The Americans, led by Simon Neumaier's 7 goals and Kaeden Kuhlmeyer's 6, outscored Bahrain 20–16 in the second half. They found particular joy in breakthrough plays (7/10) and wings (6/10), but were undone by missed opportunities at nine metres and a leaky first-half defence. Next Steps With two points secured, Bahrain will look to build on this momentum in their last President's Cup match. They face Tunisia today at 5:15pm, aiming to secure the highest possible ranking in the classification stage.
CairoScene
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Backstage: Ahmed Eid at Nawafiz Festival
Ahmed Eid uses music to tell layered, political stories and calls for louder voices and unity in difficult times. Jun 17, 2025 Palestinian multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Ahmed Eid operates from a space where music is a form of communication. For Eid, the role of the musician exists somewhere between a messenger and a magician. There's always a message that needs to be delivered, but in a way that cuts through tactfully, especially in a time where art and politics can no longer be separated. Ahead of his live performance at Nawafiz festival in Utrecht, the Netherlands, we caught up with Eid, who shed some insight into his approach and messaging. His songwriting doesn't lean on slogans or direct language. Instead, it unfolds through layered, sometimes metaphorical storytelling. There's often a political current running through the work, but it doesn't announce itself loudly, with the emotion, detail, and context doing all the talking. Splitting his time between Palestine and Germany, Eid is no stranger to the ways repression and censorship can show up. He's seen firsthand how European institutions try to silence voices like his, which only strengthens his conviction to speak louder, clearer, and more collectively. This is why Eid states that it is more important than ever for artists to raise their voices even louder, and for Arab communities to come together in these difficult times. Watch the full interview here:
Shafaq News
15-06-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Caught in the Crossfire: Israel–Iran escalation puts Iraqi economy at risk
Shafaq News/ Though not a direct participant in the Israel–Iran conflict, Iraq finds itself in the middle of its economic fallout, with its geographic proximity, oil-dependent economy, and heavy reliance on US dollar mechanisms making it acutely vulnerable to regional shocks. As Iran and Israel continue to exchange missile and drone attacks in the wake of Operation Rising Lion and True Promise 3, Iraq's fragile market has begun to absorb the pressure: the local currency has weakened, food prices are climbing, and concerns are mounting over disrupted trade routes and logistical bottlenecks at ports and borders. Currency Jitters Amid Regional Firestorms The moment Israeli airstrikes intensified against Iranian nuclear and military targets, the Iraqi dinar began slipping—a reflection not of market speculation alone, but of broad anxiety over Iraq's ability to contain the fallout. On Friday, just hours after Israel's unprecedented assault on Iranian soil, the exchange rate soared above 146,000 dinars per 100 US dollars in several parallel markets, marking its lowest point in months. 'This isn't just a technical reaction,' said Ahmed Eid, an economic researcher. 'It's a wave of panic. People aren't just worried about the missiles—they're worried about what comes next: tighter US restrictions on transfers, more scrutiny from the Treasury, and possible banking disruptions.' He warned that continued smuggling of US dollars to Iran will only deepen monetary instability, noting that 'Iraq's economy is externally dependent—we don't produce, we import almost everything. And with every shock in the region, we're the first to crack.' Despite these concerns, Finance Committee member Moein Al-Kadhimi confirmed to Shafaq News that airspace closures would not disrupt the flow of dollar remittances from the US Federal Reserve, which handles Iraq's oil revenues. 'There's no impact on employee salaries or cash liquidity,' he said. Still, the psychological toll of regional instability is already rippling through Baghdad's currency markets and consumer confidence. Oil Windfall or Energy Trap? At first glance, the 5% spike in global oil prices that followed the Israeli strikes seems like a boon for Baghdad. With over 90% of its national budget funded by oil revenues, Iraq stands to benefit from Brent crude's jump to $74.23 and US crude reaching $72.98. But experts warn that this short-term gain masks deeper vulnerabilities. 'This is a fragile profit,' said economist Safwan Qusay, noting that any threat to the Strait of Hormuz—through which over 3 million barrels of Iraqi oil flow daily—could unravel Iraq's fiscal position overnight. 'Even if Iraq reactivates the Turkish Ceyhan pipeline as an alternative route, it can only handle a third of exports, and with high logistical costs,' he said. 'We're talking about thousands of trucks and expensive security requirements.' JPMorgan has warned that oil could surge to $120 per barrel if Middle East tensions worsen. But for Iraq, higher prices won't help if tankers can't move. The Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz—now central to Houthi and Iranian military calculus—remain key vulnerabilities. Broader Economic Pressures Mount Beyond currency and energy risks, Iraq faces a range of indirect threats from the Israel–Iran escalation including flight suspensions due to airspace closures that are disrupting commerce and mobility, especially for Iraqi pilgrims, students, and workers returning from Iran. Supply chain disruptions also loom large as cargo movements via ports or land routes may slow amid rising insurance and security costs. The specter of refugee inflows or economic migration from Iran could add pressure to already strained public services in Iraqi provinces bordering Iran. Financial expert Mahmoud Dagher told Shafaq News that Iraq is still 'in a stage of economic endurance,' propped up for now by high oil prices. But he cautioned that the country's exposure is growing rapidly. 'The worst-case scenario is a full closure of the Red Sea or the Gulf. If that happens, it's a blow not just to Baghdad but to every economy in the region,' he said. Strategic Paralysis in a Dependent Economy What makes Iraq uniquely exposed is its lack of economic insulation. With limited domestic production, high import dependency, and entrenched dollarization, the country has little room to maneuver. Even minor geopolitical tremors—let alone open conflict between Israel and Iran—send immediate shockwaves through Iraqi markets. In the absence of robust local industries, the average Iraqi household feels the crisis not just through headlines, but in the price of rice, medicine, and fuel. Iraq's economy, in essence, remains a passenger car hitched to the region's volatile geopolitical locomotive. And with missiles flying between Tehran and Tel Aviv, that ride is growing bumpier by the day.
Al-Ahram Weekly
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Match facts: Egypt's Masry v Tanzania's Simba (CAF Confederation Cup) - Egyptian Football
Ahram Online provided live score coverage for today's CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal match between Egypt's Masry and Tanzania's Simba. Fulltime: Masry 2-0 Simba Scorers: A. Deghmoum 16', J. Ebuka 90+1' Yellow cards: Ahmed Eid, Baher El Mohamady, Abderrahim Deghmoum (Masry) Chamou Karaboue (Simba) Lineups: Masry: Mahmoud Gad - Baher El Mohamady, Khaled Sobhy, Amr Seadawy, Ahmed Eid (Karim El-Eraki 46)- Mohamed Makhlouf, Mahmoud Hamada, Youssef El Gohary (Mido Gaber 82)- Abderrahim Deghmoum (Samadou Attidjikou 64), Fakhredine Ben Youssef (Karim Bambo 64), Salah Mohsen (John Ebuka 78) Simba: Camara - Chamou, Ngoma, Ahoua, Kapombe - Ateba (Steven Mukwala 80), Hamza, Hussein - Kagoma, Mpanzu, Kibu Venue: New Suez Stadium, Egypt Referee: Bobo Traoré Check the match preview HERE. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
25-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Eid 2025 Red Sea Party Guide
From Agents of Time in El Gouna to Bedouin in Somabay, we've compiled a list of the best club nights happening across Egypt's Red Sea coast this Eid. Mar 25, 2025 Eid is just around the corner, and let's be real –you deserve a break, and some pure, unadulterated, seaside shenanigans. And, while it might not be Sahel session yet, it doesn't mean you should slump at home eating your weight in Kahk instead. To save you the hassle of scouring social media for the best party (and to put your Whatsapp group debate to rest), we've compiled a list of the best club nights happening across Egypt's Red Sea coast this Eid. Take notes… Agents of Time, Gheist [Live] & Ahmed Eid Organizer: Nacelle 🗓️: April 2nd Location: The Venue, El Gouna View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nacelle (@nacelle_) Omar Zahran, Misty b2b Aly B, EJ b2b Kurls Organizer: Retrogroove x Human Figures 🗓️: March 31st Location: The Basement, Somabay View this post on Instagram A post shared by retrogroove (@retrogroove_) Dr. Alfons, Disco Misr, Zeft Funk, Bakir Organizer: CJC610 x Babbo's Taverna 🗓️: April 2nd Location: Mesca Beach, Somabay View this post on Instagram A post shared by CJC 610 (@cairojazzclub610) Desiree Organizer: Nacelle 🗓️: April 1st Location: The Venue, El Gouna View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nacelle (@nacelle_) Bedouin, Notre Dame, Nageeb, Husa & Zeyada Organizer: Human Figures 🗓️: April 1st Location: Mazeej Beach, Somabay Cairokee Organizer: Venture Lifestyle 🗓️: April 2nd Location: Cubix, El Gouna Bubblegum Kollectiv, Bakir, Anis & Cocoon Oragnizer: Cairo Jazz Club 🗓️: March 31st - April 2nd Location: Sobar Rooftop, Somabay View this post on Instagram A post shared by CJC 610 (@cairojazzclub610) The Bunda Summit Vol. 4 ft. Aly the Stalion, Femaledjkhaled, Khaledplz & Mahib Sleat Organizer: The IASC 🗓️ April 3rd 📍 Wyte Beach Club, Somabay
