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See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Politics
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Egypt's FM Meets with EU Ambassadors in Cairo
Taarek Refaat Badr Abdel Aty, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration met with the European ambassadors in Cairo on Friday, where he reviewed in detail the court ruling issued on May 28 regarding the lands surrounding Saint Catherine's Monastery. The minister emphasized that the court ruling affirmed that Saint Catherine's Monastery, its archaeological sites, its spiritual value, its religious significance, and its cemeteries should not be affected. He noted that the court ruling marks the first time the status of the monastery has been preserved and confirms its sacred status. In this context, he referred to the call held today between His Excellency the President of Egypt and the Greek Prime Minister, in which they affirmed Egypt's full commitment to preserving the unique and sacred religious status of Saint Catherine's Monastery and not to harm it. The Foreign Minister added that the court ruling preserves the spiritual value and high religious status of the monastery, and approved the continued use of the monastery's monks and the area's religious and archaeological sites. He indicated that efforts will be made to reach an agreement to settle the situation between the local authorities and Saint Catherine's Monastery. The Foreign Minister emphasized the need for accuracy and to avoid issuing false and preconceived judgments before reviewing the full text of the court ruling, in light of the rumors surrounding the confiscation of the monastery and its lands. He emphasized the critical importance of the strategic relations between Egypt and Greece, which have enjoyed fraternal and historical ties spanning centuries. 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 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 News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
FM heads to Morocco
Basant Ahmed Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, headed to the Kingdom of Morocco on Wednesday morning, May 28, for a bilateral visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. During the visit, the minister will hold meetings with senior Moroccan officials to discuss ways to advance bilateral cooperation in various fields, as well as exchange views on regional challenges and support for security and stability in the region. 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
See - Sada Elbalad
23-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
FM heads to Paris for meeting of Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee
Basant Ahmed On Friday, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Dr. Badr Abdel Aty headed to Paris to participate in a meeting of foreign ministers of the Arab-Islamic Ministerial Committee with the French Foreign Minister. The meeting focuses on exchanging views and assessments on developments in the Palestinian issue, ways to address the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, and the issue of recognizing the State of Palestine. 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
See - Sada Elbalad
13-05-2025
- Politics
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FM, Cypriot counterpart discuss bilateral relations
Basant Ahmed A phone call took place between Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, and Konstantinos Kompous, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus, as part of regular coordination and consultation to support bilateral relations between the two friendly countries. Abdel Aty praised the distinguished bilateral relations between Egypt and Cyprus, expressing his aspiration to advance these relations to broader horizons in various fields. Minister Abdel Aty welcomed Cyprus' support for Egypt in various European Union institutions. The two ministers exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest. Minister Abdel Aty briefed his Cypriot counterpart on Egypt's efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza. The two ministers emphasized the need to continue coordination and intensify efforts to de-escalate and reduce tensions in the region, in order to support security and stability in the region. 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 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
Egypt Independent
25-04-2025
- Egypt Independent
Who's banned from Mecca? 6-month jail sentence for violators
As the Hajj season of 2025 approaches, the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have issued regulations for this year's pilgrimage, revealing the categories of individuals prohibited from entering Mecca, as well as the categories exempt from Saudi Arabia's decision. As part of ongoing preparations for the Hajj season '2025 AD – 1446 AH,' the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have issued a set of regulatory controls regarding the Hajj season 2025. This aligns with the directives of the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration to the consular sector of the ministry and the Consulate General of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Jeddah to raise the level of preparedness for this year's Hajj season. The aim is to ensure the safety of the pilgrims to the Sacred House of God and enable them to perform the Hajj rituals with security, ease, and peace of mind. The procedures and regulatory controls for the entry and stay of Egyptian citizens in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during the Hajj season, particularly in Mecca, include the following: Prohibition of Entry to Mecca All categories are prohibited from entering Mecca specifically, starting from today, April 23, 2025 (corresponding to Shawwal 25, 1446 AH), until June 11, 2025 (corresponding to Dhu al-Hijjah 15, 1446 AH), including residents of the Kingdom, with the exception of only three categories: (Those holding an official Hajj permit – Residents holding residency permits issued from Mecca only – Workers inside Mecca with a special permit). Umrah Visa Holders This category is prohibited from entering the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from any port or airport starting from April 13th (corresponding to Shawwal 15th). Those who entered with this visa before this date are required to leave Mecca and the Kingdom before April 29th (Dhu al-Qadah 1st). Valid Family Visit Visa Holders They are allowed to enter the Kingdom, and there are no specific restrictions on them except for the ban on entering Mecca during the period from April 23rd to June 11th, 2025. Tourist Visas (Port Visas) These are obtained only at Saudi ports by holders of Schengen and United States visas. No decisions have been issued to prevent their entry into the Kingdom. However, this type of visa does not allow its holder to enter Mecca during the ban period from April 23rd to June 11th, 2025. Attempting to enter Mecca from anywhere within the Kingdom will subject the holder to accountability and deportation. Transit Visas This type of visa was only available on Saudi airlines (Saudi Arabian Airlines – flynas – flyadeal). No official decision has been issued to prohibit them. Holders of transit visas can enter from any port or airport in the Kingdom except King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, with the necessity of adhering to the controls and requirements specific to this type of visa, which include adhering to the visa duration (a maximum of 96 hours from the moment of entry into the Kingdom) and the necessity for the traveler to complete their journey and continue to their final destination (a third country). Saudi authorities have also issued a decision imposing fines on Umrah visa holders who fail to leave the Kingdom after April 29, 2025. The decision stipulates a fine of 50,000 Saudi Riyals for any arriving pilgrim who overstays their visa, imprisonment for up to 6 months, and deportation to their home country. Additionally, a fine of 100,000 Saudi Riyals has been announced for tourism companies affiliated with the overstaying pilgrim if they fail to report the overstay. These fines will be multiplied for a single company based on the number of overstaying pilgrims affiliated with it.
