Egypt

2 Gazans killed by toxic gas in cross-border tunnel

Hamas terrorist and Gaza civilian killed by toxic gas in cross-border tunnel between coastal enclave and Sinai.

Egyptian parliament advances proposal to extend Sisi's rule

Egypt's parliament advances proposal to amend constitution in a way that could allow President Sisi to stay in office beyond 2022.

Egyptian lawmakers seek to allow Sisi to extend rule

Egyptian lawmakers table constitutional changes that would allow President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi to extend his rule beyond 2022.

Egypt to reopen Rafah crossing in both directions

Hamas says Rafah border crossing will reopen on Tuesday. Egypt has not confirmed.

Egypt TV debate: Polygamy as solution to Egypt’s spinster crisis

Pro-polygamy activist says Egypt has 'ticking time bomb' of 11 million women past age of marriage.

For first time since 2011: Israeli minister in Egypt

Minister Steinitz makes first state visit to Cairo since Arab Spring, participates in first regional gas forum.

Jordanian King, Egyptian President call for 'two-state solution'

King Abdullah II and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi affirm importance of efforts to achieve peace based on two-state solution.

Israeli energy minister makes rare visit to Egypt

Minister Yuval Steinitz visits Cairo for natural gas conference - the first such visit by an Israeli minister since 2017.

Gaza-Egypt crossing closed after Hamas takes over border

Egypt bars Gazans from entering Sinai after Hamas takes over Egyptian-Gaza border from Palestinian Authority.

Egypt acknowledges ‘wide range of coordination’ with Israel

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi says Egypt is in 'deepest, closest cooperation ever' with Israel.

Egypt to bar Gazans after Hamas takes over crossing

Hamas terror group announces Egypt to stop allowing entry to Gazans after PA abandons Rafah Crossing to Hamas.

Hamas takes control of Egypt-Gaza border

As Palestinian Authority officers withdraw, Hamas takes control of Gaza-Egypt border crossing.

'Sometimes the Air Force needs to cross to the Israeli side'

“60 Minutes” airs full interview with Egyptian President, in which he acknowledged close security cooperation with Israel.

Policeman killed in explosion outside Egyptian church

Policeman killed, two wounded while dismantling an explosive device outside a church in Cairo.

Egyptian President: We're working with Israel against ISIS

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi tells CBS his country has "a wide range of cooperation" with Israel.

Chief Rabbi wants Egypt to allow pilgrimage to rabbi's gravesite

Rabbi Yitzchak Yosef asks ambassador to Egypt to pressure Cairo to allow visits to the grave of Rabbi Yaakov Abuhatzeira.

Hamas denies smuggling terrorists to Egypt

Hamas denies allegation by Egypt's former president Mubarak that it infiltrated hundreds of men across the border during 2011 uprising.

Three dead in bus explosion in Egypt

Two Vietnamese tourists and Egyptian tour guide killed as roadside bomb hits tourist bus near the Giza Pyramids.

Mubarak takes witness stand in successor's trial

Former Egyptian President appears in successor Mohammed Morsi's trial, but asks current President for permission to testify.

Egyptian security forces kill 14 jihadists in Sinai

Egyptian security forces kill 14 jihadists as operation against Sinai terrorism continues.

Israeli youth village hit by gunfire from Egypt

IDF reports that Israeli youth village damaged by gunfire originating in Egyptian territory.

Report: Pompeo to deliver speech on Middle East

Official says Secretary of State will deliver speech on Middle East during a visit to Egypt next month. He might then visit Israel.

Egypt allocates $71 million for synagogue renovations

Egyptian President to allocate $71 million for the renovation of synagogues and Jewish heritage sites in the country.

Israel thanks UN, Egypt for help reaching ceasefire with Hamas

Israeli Ambassador to the US thanks UN envoy, Egypt, and Qatar for assisting in reaching ceasefire with Hamas after 500 rocket attacks.

Report: Saudis, Egypt push Arab countries to trade with Israel

Report says Saudi, Egyptian leaders discussed how to encourage Arab countries to develop relations with Israel as part of US peace plan.

Egypt calls on Israel to stop attacking Gaza

As ceasefire is agreed to, Egypt calls on Israel to "immediately stop all forms of military action" in Gaza.

Israel under attack:

UN, Egypt attempt to restore calm

International mediators attempt to avert war as Hamas barrage of at least 200 rockets continues.

Jordanian, Egyptian ambassadors present credentials

President Rivlin accepts diplomatic credentials from new ambassadors.

Sisi: Peace with Israel is 'stable and permanent'

Egyptian President hails peace agreement with Israel, says most Egyptians support it.

This is the agreement being discussed between Israel and Hamas

Egypt trying to mediate a phased agreement between Israel and Hamas that will also increase the supply of electricity to Gaza.

Abbas and al-Sisi meet

PA leader meets with Egyptian counterpart as a deal between Israel and Hamas becomes increasingly likely.

ISIS claims attack on Christian pilgrims in Egypt

ISIS's Sinai branch claims attack on three buses carrying Christian pilgrims in which 7 were killed.

Egypt: Seven killed in attack on bus

Unknown gunmen shot at a bus heading toward a Coptic Christian monastery in upper Egypt.

Egyptian author arrested on charges of 'fake news'

Egyptian police arrest author of a book criticizing the government's economic policy.

Egypt sentences 17 to death over attacks on churches

Egyptian military court sentences 17 people to death over suicide bombings of Coptic churches.

Former Egyptian president's son arrested, then released

Abdullah Morsi, youngest son of Mohammed Morsi, released on bail hours after being arrested for spreading "fake news".

Melania Trump in Egypt to tour pyramids, Sphinx

Melania Trump in Egypt to wrap up four-country tour of Africa, visits pyramids and Sphinx.

Report: Qatar transferring funds to Hamas - via Israel

Qatar paying Hamas salaries, bypassing Palestinian Authority, report says.

Deal to allow Israeli gas exports to Egypt

Company CEO says purchase is 'most significant milestone' for market since gas fields' discoveries.

Sisi calls for resumption of Israel-PA talks

Speaking at UN General Assembly, Egyptian President says peace talks should guarantee establishment of Palestinian state.

ISIS has been 'wiped out', says Trump

President Trump says Islamic terror group all but annihilated in Syria, lauds Egypt's role in combating terror.

Israeli arrested in Egypt

25-year-old Israeli arrested at the Taba crossing after a bullet was found in his bag.

Court orders Mubarak's sons released

Egyptian court orders the release of Alaa and Gamal Mubarak, who are suspected of stock manipulation.

Egypt: Mubarak's sons arrested for stock manipulation

Gamal and Alaa Mubarak accused of failing to notify stock market of agreements to acquire majority stakes in several banks.

Egypt freezes assets of charities tied to Muslim Brotherhood

Egyptian judicial committee freezes assets of more than 1,000 charities tied to the banned Muslim Brotherhood.

Egypt upholds death sentences for Muslim Brotherhood leaders

Egyptian court upholds death sentences against 75 people in connection with violent 2013 riots.

Report:

Abbas threatens to cut contact with Israel over Hamas deal

'Be happy with Hamas,' Palestinian Authority chief reportedly says to Israel, warning against ceasefire agreement between Israel, Hamas.

Sisi ratifies law to monitor social media

Egypt's President ratifies law granting authorities the right to monitor social media users in the country.

Abbas:

Agreement between Hamas and Israel - 'over my dead body'

PA Chairman reportedly outraged at Egypt that ceasefire deal being formed without his participation, cries 'defiance of PA leadership.'

Egypt tightens control of the internet

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi signs new law tightening the government's control of the internet.

Report: Tension between Palestinian Authority and Egypt

Tension mounts between Egypt and Palestinian Authority after PA Chairman Abbas refuses to accept proposed Hamas-Israel peace agreement.

Report: Egypt offers Israel direct negotiations with Hamas

PA sources say Egypt seeks to have Israeli, Hamas delegations in the same building during cease-fire negotiations.

Report: Egypt's intelligence chief visited Israel

Arab newspaper reports Egypt's intelligence chief visited Tel Aviv to discuss Gaza agreement.

PA source: Abbas is disrupting Gaza peace agreement

Egypt no longer focusing on achieving long-term peace between Hamas, Palestinian Authority, source says.

Secret meeting between Netanyahu and Sisi

PM Netanyahu secretly traveled to Egypt two months ago to discuss Gaza situation.

Egypt sentences Muslim Brotherhood leader to life

Egyptian court sentences Muslim Brotherhood's Supreme Guide to life in prison on accusations of inciting violence.

Report: Israel, Hamas reach ceasefire

Al Jazeera reports an Egyptian-brokered ceasefire was reached between Hamas and Israel. Israeli source: The report is incorrect.

Egypt backs Saudi Arabia in row with Canada

Egypt says it stands in solidarity with Saudi Arabia against foreign interference in its domestic affairs.

Report: Israel to demand information on Hamas-held prisoners

Israel will not lift blockade without word on Hamas captives, including IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul, Arab sources report.

Report: Internal Arab disputes delay Gaza agreement

Egypt considering sending senior delegation to Gaza.