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See - Sada Elbalad
27-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egyptian, Italian Chiefs of Staff Discuss Military Co-op in Cairo
Nada Mustafa Lieutenant General Ahmed Khalifa, Chief of Staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, met with General Luciano Portolano, Chief of the Italian Joint Staff, and his accompanying delegation during their official visit to Egypt. The meeting was held at the General Secretariat of the Ministry of Defense. The discussions focused on ways to enhance cooperation and partnership between the armed forces of the two friendly countries across various fields. Lieutenant General Khalifa expressed his appreciation for the longstanding relationship between the Egyptian and Italian armed forces, emphasizing the General Command's keenness to broaden military cooperation in a way that serves the mutual interests of both sides. For his part, General Portolano affirmed Italy's commitment to strengthening military ties and exchanging expertise with Egypt's Armed Forces in the coming period. He also praised Egypt's active role and continuous efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East. The meeting was attended by a number of senior military officials from both countries. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Egypt Today
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Photos: Egypt's Border Guards seize drone after foiling cross-border drug smuggling attempt
CAIRO – 24 May 2025: Border Guards have seized control of a drone that crossed into Egyptian territory, thwarting an attempt by criminals to smuggle drugs, announced Egyptian Armed Forces Spokesman Gharib Abdel Hafez on Saturday. The Border Guards also apprehended several individuals in possession of various types of weapons and ammunition as part of efforts to combat threats to national security. In addition, they seized quantities of narcotics, including hashish, hydro, opium, and illegal pills, during security checks on ferries, tunnels, and various roads. The Border Guard forces continue their 24/7 security and inspection operations, conducting patrols and raids to prevent any attempts that threaten the security and stability of Egyptian society, the spokesman emphasized.
Roya News
20-05-2025
- General
- Roya News
Egyptian military announces crash of training plane, crew killed
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced on Monday the crash of a military training aircraft resulting in the deaths of its crew due to a technical malfunction. In an official statement, the military spokesperson said the training plane went down during an air force training exercise in one of the designated training areas because of a technical failure, which caused the fatal accident. The Egyptian military extended its condolences to the families of the victims, wishing them patience and solace during this difficult time. Egyptian media reported that the plane crashed off the coast near Ras El Bar city on the Mediterranean Sea, north of Egypt. Social media footage showed crowds of beachgoers and ambulances gathered near Beach 63 in Ras El Bar, where the incident occurred, according to local news sources. The Jordanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expressed its sincere condolences to the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt over the crash of the air force plane during a training exercise, which claimed the lives of its crew.
Al Bawaba
19-05-2025
- General
- Al Bawaba
Egyptian military jet crashes in Ras El Bar, crew killed in training mishap
Published May 19th, 2025 - 04:02 GMT The incident occurred near Beach 63 in Ras El Bar, located in the northern Damietta Governorate. ALBAWABA— An Egyptian military fighter jet crashed during a routine training mission on Sunday, killing all crew members on board, according to a statement from the Armed Forces' Military Spokesman. The incident occurred near Beach 63 in Ras El Bar, located in the northern Damietta Governorate. Preliminary reports suggest that the crash was caused by a technical malfunction. Conflicting early accounts initially indicated that the aircraft fell into the sea without casualties, but official confirmation later stated that the crew did not survive. Also Read Houthis urge evacuation of Ben Gurion airport This marks yet another in a series of military aviation accidents in Egypt in recent years. In November 2024, two officers died in a helicopter crash during training in the Suez Governorate, also reportedly due to mechanical failure. A similar incident occurred in November 2022, when a fighter jet crashed during a training exercise. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
See - Sada Elbalad
10-05-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
The Military Capabilities of Egypt
Yara Sameh Egyptian businessman Naguib Sawiris has faced a major drawback after his bombshell advice to the Egyptian Armed Forces to focus on defence instead of selling shrimp and biscuits. In a lengthy statement on X , Mahmoud Gamal, a geopolitic and military affairs observer of the MENA region, shed light on a number of the remarkable developments the Egyptian defence industry sector has witnessed in recent years despite external constraints and economic challenges. He noted that what has been announced "only" is clear evidence of the scale of growth in this sector. "Egypt has been able to design, develop, and manufacture dozens of different models and versions of mine-resistant armoured vehicles, tactical vehicles, and armoured personnel carriers, rocket launchers of various calibers, various types of drones, and counter-rocket systems," Gamal said. He added it also manufactures smart air munitions, bunker-busting bombs, and artillery ammunition as well as develops and produces a number of electronic and optical systems, such as guidance packages and fire control systems for vehicles and tanks, radars, self-protection systems, remotely controlled weapon systems (RCWS), electronic warfare systems, integrated command, control, and communications (C4I/C5I) systems, and even individual combat equipment that had never before been produced locally. Gamal continued: "Egypt is working to localize the manufacturing of products serving the defense industry sector for the first time, such as the production of armoured steel and marine steel,". He noted that the country has also concluded several technology transfer and cooperation programs with international companies. "Prominent examples include the recently launched local production program for the Korean K9A1 EGY self-propelled howitzer system; the ongoing cooperation with France through Thales, a global company that produces signaling systems and military communications equipment via satellite; and the existing partnership with the Ministry of Military Production to develop and produce air defense systems locally,". Gamal highlighted that Egypt also cooperates with the Turkish company Havelsan to develop and manufacture unmanned vehicles for military use, as well as participating in the development and manufacture of armored vehicles. He added that the country also cooperates with the French company Dassault to produce engine and fuselage components for the Rafale and Falcon fighter jets. "There are still many cooperation programs under negotiation, such as cooperation with Korea to produce the FA-50 advanced trainer and light combat aircraft," Gamal stated. "In the maritime field, Egypt has made significant strides toward localizing its military naval industries," he noted."These efforts have included the construction and manufacture of three Gowind-class combat corvettes, the German Meko frigate, patrol and coastal patrol vessels, missile launches, and the production of naval drones, Future aspirations include transferring submarine construction technology locally and working simultaneously to design and build all-Egyptian naval vessels,". He concluded by pointing out that Egypt has never enjoyed the same level and scope of facilitation in the field of defense industry technology transfer as some regional countries, such as Turkey and Israel. "Furthermore, these countries have not experienced the same political and economic conditions that Egypt has experienced over the past decades, which ultimately led to the suspension or postponement of such programs and plans." read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
