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Egypt Today
04-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
New Rafah city thriving, not designed for Palestinian displacement: North Sinai governor
A file photo of New Rafah city CAIRO – 4 April 2025: Governor of North Sinai Khaled Megawer has emphasized that New Rafah City is progressing steadily toward development and stability, refuting claims that the city is inactive or intended for the relocation of Palestinians. In press remarks, the governor addressed the 'mere unfounded' allegations regarding the city's purpose, stating that New Rafah is a significant national project aimed at reconstruction and providing decent housing for citizens affected by previous events in the area. Megawer noted that the governorate is paying special attention to the city's infrastructure, including schools, healthcare centers, and essential services, with daily monitoring to ensure the best offerings for residents. He further affirmed the state's commitment to the development of Sinai and the achievement of social justice for its inhabitants, stating that rumors of Palestinian relocation intentions or a lack of services are attempts to distort the government's efforts in Sinai development. Egypt has repeatedly rejected Israeli-US plans to displace Gaza residents toward Sinai amid the ongoing Israeli war in the enclave, describing the deportation of Palestinians as a 'red line.' On Monday, millions of Egyptians participated in protests nationwide after Eid Al-Fitr prayers, emphasizing strong support for the leadership's rejection of attempts to displace Gaza residents and eradicate the Palestinian cause.
Egypt Independent
22-02-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Egypt sends first batch of mobile caravans to Gaza
Egyptian authorities in North Sinai brought in the first batch of mobile prefabricated homes/caravans to the Gaza Strip on Friday, through Karem Abu-Salem crossing, south of Rafah city. The caravans had spent several days queued in front of the main gate of the Rafah land crossing. North Sinai Governor Khaled Megawer confirmed the entry of the first batch of the prefabricated homes into Gaza Strip. He pointed out that the terms of the agreement signed between the Palestinian and Israeli sides include the entry of 60,000 prefabricated homes, 200,000 tents and heavy equipment, as per the first and second phases of the truce agreement. An official source in North Sinai stated that Egypt has proven successful in pressuring Israel to allow the entry of the caravans into Gaza so Palestinians in need can take protection from the harsh winter weather. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi arrived in Saudi Arabia on Friday, coming from Spain, to participate in an 'unofficial' meeting – according to a statement by the Egyptian presidency – at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The National Public Radio in the US reported that Arab leaders are meeting in Saudi Arabia to exchange ideas on an alternative vision for the future of Gaza that differs from that proposed by US President Donald Trump. Leaders from Egypt, Jordan and five Gulf states attended the meeting. A member of the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs Diaa Helmy said that the meeting represents an extraordinary step to confront the challenges of the region and the Palestinian cause. The Palestinian issue has reached a crossroads that requires a harmonious and consistent Arab position, he added. Meanwhile, Hamas handed over the remains of four Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in the city of Khan Yunis, Gaza. Qassam Brigades, the movement's military wing, announced the handover of the deceased hostages and assured its desire to respect the sanctity of the dead and their grieving families – even after Israel's accusations that they held no regard for the hostage's lives.
CairoScene
11-02-2025
- General
- CairoScene
Night Fishing is Permitted in North Sinai After Years-Long Pause
Night fishing in the Mediterranean sea is once again permitted in the governorate of North Sinai. Feb 11, 2025 North Sinai Governor General Dr. Khaled Megawer announced the resumption of night fishing in the Mediterranean sea from the Arish seaport, after a halt that lasted over five years. The decision to resume night fishing was overseen by relevant authorities to ensure the safety of fishermen and organise fishing practices in accordance with approved regulations.
Iraqi News
29-01-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Egypt.. Securing relief trucks through Rafah crossing to reach the Palestinian territories
Cairo - INA The Egyptian authorities confirmed, on Wednesday, their continued efforts to support relief efforts for the Palestinian people by securing the passage of hundreds of trucks loaded with fuel, food, medicine and relief supplies daily through the Rafah crossing to reach the Palestinian territories, announcing their readiness to hold a conference to rebuild the sector. North Sinai Governor Khaled Megawer confirmed to the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that "his country continues its efforts to overcome obstacles and provide logistical facilities to supervise the passage of more than 300 relief trucks daily, ten of which are designated for fuel." Megawer said: "Egypt has intensified its efforts to secure the passage of hundreds of trucks daily from the Rafah land crossing," noting that "the next step during the coming week will be coordination between the Egyptian and Palestinian ministries of health to bring the wounded and injured through the Rafah land crossing to Egyptian hospitals," stressing "his country Egypt's readiness to hold an international conference to rebuild Gaza." For his part, the Director of the Refugee Affairs Department, Abdul Rahman Nour El-Din, confirmed to the Iraqi News Agency (INA), "The continued passage of relief trucks through the Rafah crossing to the Palestinian territories." In turn, the official spokesman for Al-Azhar Sheikhdom, Abdul Aleem Qishta, praised the Egyptian efforts with all its institutions and civil society organizations to pass and secure hundreds of trucks daily since the start of the decision to implement the first phase of the truce," explaining that "Egypt has intensified its logistical efforts to implement the agreement in the stages of the truce and provide logistical support and ensure the arrival of trucks from the Rafah crossing to the Palestinian territories."
Egypt Today
29-01-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
U.S. Ambassador visits Rafah crossing, praise Egypt's role to reaching ceasefire
CAIRO – 29 January 2025: The United States Ambassador to Egypt Herro Mustafa Garg visited on Wednesday Arish city and the Rafah border crossing to follow up on the implementation of the ongoing ceasefire agreement and the opening of the Rafah crossing as stipulated in the agreement. During her visit, the Ambassador met with Major General Khaled Megawer, Governor of North Sinai, expressed her gratitude to the Egyptian government for its role as a key partner in reaching the ceasefire agreement, and emphasized Egypt's critical role in ensuring regional stability. In addition, Ambassador Herro Mustafa met with humanitarian agencies to ensure that U.S. emergency food assistance reaches civilians in Gaza. The United States remains committed to working toward regional peace and security and implementing the ceasefire agreement, the U.S. Embassy's statement stipulated. On Wednesday, January 15, an agreement has been approved to halt war in Gaza with Egyptian, American, and Qatari mediation, after nearly 15 months of suffering and violence that led to the killing of more than 46,707 Palestinian people. The deal came into force on Sunday January 19, as three Israeli female prisoners were released, and other 90 Palestinian prisoners followed them after nearly 7 hours of waiting. The spokesman for the Al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Ubaida said that the movement made every effort to preserve the lives of prisoners held in the Gaza Strip since October 7, 2023. Also on Saturday 25 January, four Israeli soldier prisoners were released, in exchange of 200 Palestinian prisoners. The four released soldiers were Karina Arif, Danielle Gilboa, Naama Levy, and Liri Elbag, according to the list published by Hamas, Friday. The female soldiers appeared in military uniform and in good health alongside Hamas members on a platform set up in the square.
