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Egypt Independent
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Foreign ministry: Egypt to remain voice of peace, stability, development in Africa
Egypt will remain a voice of peace, stability and development in Africa, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration on Sunday, May 20, 2025. In a press release on its Facebook account on the occasion of Africa Day, which falls on May 25, the Foreign Ministry said the unity of fate and African integration embodied the Egyptian viewpoint towards Africa. The Foreign Ministry organized last night a ceremony marking Africa Day. Addressing the ceremony, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty expounded the role played by Egypt under President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi who is currently the head of the Steering Committee of the Heads of State and Government Orientation Committee of the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) to serve the African continent.
Egypt Today
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt Reclaims 25 Stolen Artifacts from the U.S. in Landmark Cultural Victory
As part of its ongoing mission to protect and preserve Egypt's ancient heritage, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities—through the Supreme Council of Antiquities and in close coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration—has successfully recovered 25 rare antiquities smuggled out of the country illegally. This achievement comes after three years of relentless efforts and investigations. The artifacts were retrieved from New York through cooperation between Egypt's Consulate General and the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, alongside U.S. law enforcement agencies. The operation marks another milestone in the strong and ongoing collaboration between Egypt and the U.S. in combating illicit trafficking in cultural property. Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy hailed the recovery as a testament to Egypt's unwavering commitment to safeguarding its rich heritage—a national priority that tolerates no compromise. He praised the joint efforts of Egypt's ministries and international partners, which led to this important accomplishment. He emphasized that the extended coordination with American authorities and international entities—and the accompanying in-depth investigations—reflect a united front against the illegal trade in cultural treasures. Egypt, he added, will continue to take all necessary actions to reclaim its heritage and uphold its historical responsibility to future generations. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, revealed that the reclaimed collection includes golden and wooden coffin lids from the Pharaonic dynasties, a Fayoum mummy portrait from the 1st–3rd centuries AD, a granite foot fragment dating back to 1189–1292 BC, and exquisite jewelry crafted from metals and stones from the 4th century BC. Also included are architectural pieces believed to be from Queen Hatshepsut's temple, ivory figurines, and various other artifacts spanning multiple eras of ancient Egyptian civilization. Shaaban Abdel-Gawad, Director-General of the Repatriation of Antiquities Department, noted that the recovery efforts began in 2022 and spanned multiple legal cases. Over the past years, the items were gradually handed over to the Egyptian Consulate in New York. They arrived in Egypt yesterday and were officially received today by a committee from the Supreme Council of Antiquities. The artifacts will now be restored and showcased in a temporary exhibition at the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir.
Egypt Today
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt follows up conditions of sailors stranded in UAE after their vessel allowed to enter to Sharjah's Port Khalid
The Logo of the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration- press photo CAIRO – 9 May 2025: As part of its ongoing follow-up on the situation of the Egyptian sailors aboard the Petro 1 vessel stranded in the UAE territorial water for months, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration dispatched a representative from the Consulate General of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Dubai to meet with the crew on the morning of Friday, May 9. The visit was carried out in coordination with Emirati authorities and officials at Port Khalid in Sharjah, after improved weather conditions allowed the vessel to enter the port with assistance from the Emirati side and the port administration. During the visit, the Egyptian consular representative assessed the sailors' condition and expressed appreciation to the port administration, Sharjah government officials, and all relevant Emirati authorities for their full cooperation and support, including the provision of supplies to the ship's crew. The Ministry, through the Egyptian Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai, continues to coordinate closely with relevant Emirati authorities to monitor the sailors' legal status in accordance with applicable laws.
Middle East
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN//Egypt condemns call by extremist Israeli group to blow up Aqsa mosque
CAIRO, April 21 (MENA) - Egypt denounced on Monday a call by an Israeli settler organization to blow up Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of Rock in Al Quds (East Jerusalem). In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration said such a call provokes the feelings of Muslims around the world, stressing the importance of halting dangerous violations inside the Holy place. The statement called on the international community to intervene immediately to put an end to Israeli provocations, which run counter to the international law, to prevent the deterioration of security and stability in the Middle East. (MENA) M O H
Egypt Today
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt condemns call by extremist Israeli group to bomb Aqsa mosque
CAIRO – 21 April 2025: Egypt denounced on Monday calls by Israeli settlement organizations calling for the bombing of Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of Rock in Al Quds (East Jerusalem). In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration said such a call provokes the feelings of Muslims around the world, stressing the importance of halting dangerous violations inside the Holy place. The statement called on the international community to intervene immediately to put an end to Israeli provocations, which run counter to the international law, to prevent the deterioration of security and stability in the Middle East.
