Egypt

Egypt Arrests Recruiters for ISIS

Egyptian security forces arrest four suspected members of a cell recruiting fighters for the “Islamic State” in Syria.

Commander of Jihadist Group Killed in Sinai Clashes

Egypt's army kills a field commander for the jihadist group Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis.

Former IDF Intel Head Sheds New Light on Yom Kippur War Failures

Eli Zeira says Golda Meir's 'nonsense' exacerbated failure, laments 'Israel still doesn't understand the Arabs.'

Egypt Sentences 68 Brotherhood Supporters to Jail

68 Muslim Brotherhood supporters given jail terms in a case related to deadly violence following Morsi's ouster.

Egypt Set to Boycott Turkey Over Muslim Brotherhood Support

Officials in Egypt are demanding an immediate and total boycott of Turkish goods, as tensions between the two countries worsen.

Verdict in Mubarak's Trial Postponed

Egyptian court postpones a verdict in the retrial of former President on charges of corruption and killing protesters.

Egyptian Host: I Can Understand Suicide Bombings in Israel

Egyptian host says that she does not condone suicide bombings, but can perhaps understand when they happen in Israel.

Sisi: Egypt Willing to Help Coalition Against IS

Egypt's President says Cairo would do "whatever is required" to help the U.S.-led coalition against the “Islamic State”.

Egypt Kills Gazan Breaching Sinai Border by Tunnel

Egyptian security busts tunnel runners, in what may have been smuggling attempt or part of recently revealed human trafficking ring.

Sinai Jihadists Behead Alleged 'Israeli Spy'

The Al-Qaeda-inspired Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis beheads a man for allegedly conspiring with Israel, the third such incident in recent weeks.

Fatah Exposes Hamas's Trafficking Network to Europe

Fatah reveals Hamas smuggling people from Gaza via Egypt to Europe for $2,000 to $3,500 per person; Hamas partially denies.

Watch: Palestinian, Egyptian Commentators Argue about Gaza War

In a televised debate, a Fatah official and a newspaper editor in Egypt argued about Hamas's "achievements" during recent Gaza war.

Turkey 'Would Welcome' Exiled Muslim Brotherhood Leaders

Turkey-Egypt tensions spike further as Erdogan offers new home to Islamists booted out of Qatar, rejects reports he is buying oil from ISIS.

Six Egyptians Killed in Gaza Border Town Bomb

Explosive planted underground in border town of Rafah claims six police officers, amid talk of PA security forces manning the town.

Muslim Brotherhood Leader Sentenced to Life in Jail

Mohammed Badie, top leader of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood, sentenced to life in jail along on charges of murder and inciting violence.

Egypt to 'Hunt Down' Exiled Brotherhood Leaders

Egypt's Interior Minister says the country will hunt down exiled Muslim Brotherhood leaders who have been ordered to leave Qatar.

Egypt Kills 7 Jihadists in Sinai

Seven jihadists killed in a shootout in the Sinai Peninsula during a joint operation by the Egyptian police and the army.

Egyptian Commentator Demands Jews Return Gold Taken in Exodus

Not for the first time, an Egyptian public figure has demanded the Jewish people give back the riches they received during the Exodus.

Sisi: International Coalition Should Not Only Fight IS

Egyptian President says that any global coalition against terrorism should battle not just IS but other groups as well.

Egypt to Host Donors Conference on Gaza

Egypt will host a donors conference on the reconstruction of Gaza in October, after the UN says $550 million will be needed for Gaza.

Egypt's Sisi Denies Offering a Palestinian State in Sinai

Egypt's President denies reports that he had offered to establish a Palestinian state in parts of the Sinai Peninsula.

Erdan Praises 'Innovative' Offer for Palestinian State

Alleged proposal by Egyptian President Sisi for Palestinian state in the Sinai desert has strategic importance, Minister says.

Egypt Arrests Seven Men from 'Gay Wedding' Video

After the video went viral on social media, the men were accused of inciting debauchery and undermining public morals.

Egypt Charges Morsi With Endangering National Security

Ousted president accused of leaking state secrets and sensitive documents to Qatar.

Egyptian Official: Israeli Delegation Expected in Cairo Soon

Egyptian officials expect the Israeli delegation to arrive in Cairo within a week to continue talks on a permanent Gaza truce.

Sisi Blames Israeli Lack of 'Peace' For Islamic State

Egyptian president accuses Israel of fueling terrorism by not giving an 'equitable resolution' to the 'Palestinian cause.'

11 Egyptians Reportedly Killed from Gaza Terror Tunnel Blast

Senior security source says death of soldiers near Rafah in Sinai was caused by a bomb in tunnel under main traffic circle.

Egyptian Diplomat: No Date Yet for Ceasefire Talks

Egypt’s ambassador to the Palestinian Authority says Cairo is in contact with PA and Israel to determine a date for further talks.

Egypt: Israel's State Land Designation An Obstacle to Peace

Egypt says Israel’s plans to declare land in Gush Etzion as state land contradict international law.

Egypt Investigating Morsi for Handing Over Documents to Qatar

Egypt opens an investigation into deposed president for handing over to Qatar "documents relevant to national security."

African Traffickers Shoot Egyptian Guard on Way to Israel

Human traffickers kill Egyptian while smuggling people to Israel, illustrating that African immigrants are job seekers, not refugees.

Breaking News

Ceasefire Begins, With Rockets Still Raining Down on Israel

Israeli government accepts Egyptian-brokered ceasefire deal, starting from 7 p.m. Israel-time; rockets still falling.

Egypt 'Awaiting' Israel's Response to Month-Long Ceasefire

Senior sources in Cairo say Egypt is still waiting for Israel to respond to its proposal for a month-long in Gaza.

Netanyahu Considering Imminent Hamas Ceasefire

PM discusses with senior security officials, as Egypt waits for an Israeli answer on month-long truce proposed to start tonight.

Report: Israel Ready to Accept 'Open-Ended' Truce

Egypt still waiting on Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal to respond to offer, which would last for minimum of one month.

Abbas: Egypt Inviting Delegations Back for Talks

Egypt calls for ceasefire as PA pledges to participate in renewed talks 'as soon as a ceasefire goes into effect.'

Egypt Calls for Resumption of Talks, 'Regrets' Breach of Truce

Egyptian government says it 'profoundly regrets' yesterday's breach of the ceasefire, as violence once again escalates.

Egyptian Refuses 'Peace Game' With Israeli Soccer Star

Reports say Egyptian player refused Pope's celebrity game over presence of Benayoun, who defends Israel from 'stupid' players.

Norway and Egypt Gathering Funds to Rebuild Gaza

Norway to gather international donors in Cairo, transfer funds to Abbas in order to rebuild after Hamas's terror war.

Watch: New Group in Cairo Threatens to Carry Out Terror Attacks

A video has surfaced of a new terrorist group threatening to carry out terrorist attacks in Egypt.

Clashes in Cairo as Morsi Supporters Riot

Three people killed in Cairo as supporters of ousted Islamist President protest for a second straight day.

Egypt's 11-Point Ceasefire Plan Revealed

Egyptian newspaper publishes Egypt's plan for a long-term ceasefire in Gaza. Sides have yet to agree.

PA Says Egypt Presented Ceasefire Proposal

PA officials: Egypt presented a proposal that would see a reduction of the naval blockade and of the buffer zone.

Egypt's Grand Mufti: IS is Damaging Islam

Egypt's top religious authority condemns the Islamic State, says it is a corrupt, extremist organization that is damaging Islam.

Report: Saudi, UAE Donors Facilitated Hamas Ceasefire

Riyadh, Dubai granted money for rebuilding Gaza, official insists - prompting Hamas to change its tune over a truce.

Egypt Reportedly Trying to Give Abbas Power in Gaza

Senior diplomatic source reveals Egypt trying to advance Abbas as the 'general Palestinian leader,' negate Hamas gains.

Hamas Reveals Enmity to Egypt, Arab League

Senior Hamas source calls for Egyptian intermediary to be replaced, threatens Arab League Secretary-General with violence if he visits Gaza.

Egypt's Mufti Rejects Death Sentence for Brotherhood Leader

Egypt’s top religious authority rejects death sentence proposed for the leader of the Muslim Brotherhood, asked to reconsider.

As Cairo Talks Begin, Hamas Vows Never to Disarm

Rejecting key Israeli demand, Hamas spox threatens to 'take the life' of anyone trying to disarm the group; Israeli delegates meet in Egypt.

Hamas Delegation Arrives in Cairo for Ceasefire Talks

Israel rejects new negotiations, noting Hamas has broken five ceasefire deals in 27 days; Egypt pushes truce for 'real peace.'

Egypt Pushes Cease-Fire as 'Real Chance' to End Gaza War

Cairo insists Egyptian ceasefire proposal 'a chance to find a solution to Gaza crisis' after Hamas kidnaps Israeli soldier.

Ceasefire Talks 'Still On', Says Egypt

Egypt says its invitation to Israeli and PA delegations for ceasefire talks is still in place despite failure of 72-hour humanitarian truce.

Egypt Invites Israel and PA for Truce Talks

Egypt invites Israel and the Palestinian Authority to send delegates to Cairo for truce talks, after both sides agreed to ceasefire.

Israeli Delegation Arrives in Cairo to Discuss Ceasefire

Israeli delegation arrives in Cairo to discuss a possible ceasefire in Gaza, leaves several hours later.

Egyptian Army Destroys 13 Hamas Terror Tunnels

Crackdown on Hamas, Muslim Brotherhood continues as Israel conducts its own terror tunnel operation.

Egyptian Forces Thwart Two Terror Attacks Against Israel

Egyptian security forces eliminated a terrorist who tried to blow himself up near IDF soldiers; disarmed Grad rockets aiming for Israel.

President Sisi Defends Egypt's Role in Israel-Gaza Conflict

Egyptian president says his country remains committed to the 'Palestinian cause', as Hamas bitter over ceasefire proposals.

Kerry and Top Aides Checked with Metal Detector in Cairo

Egyptian security officers checked Kerry and his aides as they arrived for a meeting with President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.

Report: Hamas's High Demands Preventing Cease-Fire

'Conditions' for truce even more ridiculous than what was leaked to the media, sources say - and Hamas, not Israel, is stalling.

Egyptian Cleric: Hamas Conspiring Against the Palestinian People

Salafi Islamist cleric adds his voice to anti-Hamas sentiment in Egypt, saying the group is plotting against Egypt and the people of Gaza.