Egypt

Israel examining canceling flights to Sharm El-Sheikh

Direct flights began over a year ago, in a step aimed at warming relations between Israel and Egypt and encouraging tourism.

Russian man's remains found in shark killed off Egyptian coast

10-foot tiger shark dissected after eating 23-year-old man in unusual predation event at Egyptian beach.

Jordan:

Member of Parliament praises 'martyr' who killed IDF soldiers

Jordan's MP Khalil Atiyah calls to honor Egyptian police officer who murdered three Israeli soldiers, calls him a 'mighty martyr.'

Netanyahu, El-Sisi, discuss shooting attack on Egypt border

Egypt's President El-Sisi expresses condolences for deaths of three IDF soldiers, reiterates commitment to full investigation into shooting.

Egyptian policeman who killed IDF soldiers is identified

Mohammad Salah, 22, is claimed to have suffered mental difficulties following the death of a comrade. Israel has returned his body to Egypt.

IDF soldiers murdered by Egyptian terrorist laid to rest

3 IDF soldiers killed by Egyptian police officer on border laid to rest in Tzfat, Ofakim, and Rishon Letzion.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

'Our message to Egypt: we expect a thorough investigation'

Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed the investigation and the repercussions of the deadly terror attack on the Egyptian border.

Most important thing is Unity:

Singer pauses concert to mention Egypt border attack

Eyal Golan paused a concert in Tel Aviv and mentioned the deadly attack: 'Life in Israel isn't easy.'

Oil tanker suffers engine failure in Suez Canal

Three Egyptian tugboats were deployed to tow the SEAVIGOUR, a Malta-flagged ship, out of the canal.

Quran found on terrorist:

More details come out about Egypt border attack

The terrorist who killed three IDF soldiers on the Egyptian border was carrying a Quran, knife, and six magazines.

Three IDF soldiers killed on Egypt border to be laid to rest

Lia Bin-Nun, Ohad Dahan, & Uri Yitzhak Iluz, the IDF soldiers killed on the Egypt-Israel border, will be laid to rest in their hometowns.

Israel demands answers over attack on Egyptian border

Officials of all levels and parties demand investigation of the attack on the Egyptian border that left three IDF soldiers dead.

Chilling:

A fallen soldier's last TikTok

Lia Bin-Nun was killed by an Egyptian policeman, while on duty on the Egypt-Israel border. This is her last TikTok video.

Did Israel agree to ceasefire?

'Quiet will be answered with quiet'

'If Israel is attacked or threatened, it will to do everything necessary to protect itself,' NSC chief Tzachi Hanegbi tells Egypt.

Egypt presents Israel with new ceasefire proposal

Proposal includes temporary ceasefire starting at midnight, and reopening of crossings. Unclear if agreement has been reached.

'Munich Group' Ministers:

'We urge an immediate comprehensive ceasefire'

Foreign Ministers of France, Egypt, Germany and Jordan meet in Berlin, express concern over Gaza violence.

270 rockets:

Report: Israel, Gaza terror groups agree to ceasefire

Eyptian sources claim ceasefire talks successful. David's Sling has first successful interception of rocket fired at Tel Aviv.

Government discussing gas field off the shores of Gaza

Government holding discussions on development of gas reservoir called "Marine", located about 30 kilometers from the shores of Gaza.

Egypt:

14 dead in collision between bus and truck

The accident occurred on Assuit-Kharga highway, around 400 km southwest of Cairo.

Report: Egypt had plan to sell 40,000 rockets to Russia

Leaked classified US intelligence documents Egyptian President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi planning to send thousands of weapons to Moscow.

Egypt's Sisi discusses nuclear plant with Russian officials

Construction by Russia's state-owned energy corporation of Egypt's first nuclear plant began in July of last year.

Both sides pessimistic about Sharm el-Sheikh summit today

Summit between Israel, PA aims to prevent violence during Ramadan. Previous Aqaba summit coincided with murder of Yaniv brothers.

One week before Ramadan:

Israel and PA to hold another summit in Egypt

More than two weeks after the summit in Aqaba, the two sides will meet again in Sharm El-Sheikh.

Hamas refuses to agree to calm, threatens new escalation

Efforts of Egypt and Qatar to restrain Hamas and other terrorist organizations encountering difficulties.

Following security escalation:

Jordan to host emergency summit

The summit was initiated by the United States, Jordan and Egypt, and will include PA and possibly Israeli representatives as well.

Arab newspaper:

Egypt asked IDF Chief of Staff to work to stop the escalation

Report says there are difficulties in communication between Egypt and Israel in the efforts to stop the escalation.

Two enemies, two strategies

There is a difference  between how we behave as individual Jews and when we are a nation that is fighting for its’ land.

Why did Hashem make a mockery of Egypt?

What purpose does making a mockery of those who mock Hashem and mistreat His people?

Uncovering the connection: Bread and the Exodus from Egypt

Israel's first Chief Rabbi: Why do we say "God who brings forth" only on the blessing for bread, as G-d says about the Exodus from Egypt?

Egypt:

38 handed life sentences over corruption, other charges

Among those sentenced was a businessman whose social media posts sparked protests in 2019.

Not fit for the job? Great! Rav S. R. Hirsch on the parasha

G-d told Moshe: “This” – your inadequacy and self-doubt – will be a sign to the Jews that I have sent you.

Egyptian official:

'Ben-Gvir's Temple Mount visit won't create serious rift'

Report citing Egyptian official claims Cairo won't downgrade bilateral relations with Jerusalem over Ben-Gvir's Temple Mount visit.

Why does descending to Egypt frighten Jacob?

A selection of commentators whoweigh in on this troubling question and their psychologically enlightening answers.

Egypt:

27 injured when basketball stands partly collapse

At least 27 injured as stands collapse during basketball game in Cairo.

US Jewish leaders meet Egyptian President

Conference of Presidents leaders say meeting with President Al-Sisi was "very productive and engaging".

Rabbi Shimshon Refael Hirsch on the parasha: How could they?

How could Yaakov’s sons have been so cruel?

IDF apprehends ten suspects in drug smuggling attempt

IDF soldiers thwart smuggling attempt on Egypt-Israel border, confiscate drugs.

Drama in Egypt:

11 Israeli pilots stuck in the country

11 Israeli pilots who arrived in Egypt asked to leave as Egyptians cite "national security matters".

Tunnel discovered in Egypt may be entrance to Cleopatra’s tomb

Potential find after decades of searching described as ‘discovery of the century.’

President Isaac Herzog inaugurates 1st Israeli pavilion at COP27

President Herzog leads Israeli delegation at major climate summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.

IDF thwarts drug-smuggling attempt on Egyptian border

IDF thwarts attempt to smuggle 31 kilograms of drugs over Egypt-Israel border.

Watch: Egyptian TV host claims Jews out to take over the world

The host names Jews Freemasonry as the biggest evils facing humanity, reviving the Protocols of the Elders of Zion.

Report: Senior ISIS official eliminated by Egyptian army

ISIS terrorist responsible for 2017 mosque massacre is eliminated by Egyptian army, along with nine other terrorists.

41 killed in fire at Egyptian Coptic church

Police blame electrical short circuit for fire in church where thousands were gathered for Sunday prayers in Cairo.

Egyptian delegation to visit Israel, discuss terrorists release

Islamic Jihad threatens to renew fighting if Israel refuses to release top terrorist arrested in Jenin and hunger-striking terrorist.

Lapid thanks Egypt's President Sisi for ceasefire efforts

Lapid speaks to President of Egypt, says Egypt has a very significant role in maintaining regional stability and security.

Islamic Jihad claims:

Egypt promised to free leader arrested by Israel

In ceasefire announcement published on Telegram, Egypt undertakes to help free Islamic Jihad leader.

Report:

Israel, Islamic Jihad agree to Egyptian-brokered ceasefire

Fighting between Gaza terrorists and Israel set to end Sunday night, according to report.

Report:

Egypt to attempt to mediate ceasefire

Al Arabiya report: Egyptian delegation making its way to Israel in order to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza.

Yuval Keshet and Moshe Matan Luzon killed in Sinai accident

Yuval Keshet, 24, from Haifa, and Moshe Matan Luzon, 25, from Petah Tikva killed in accident in the Sinai Peninsula.

2 Israelis killed in car crash in Sinai

Foreign Ministry says lives of other 5 victims of deadly crash are not in danger.

Construction of Egypt's new nuclear plant begins

Construction of nuclear plant by Russia’s state-owned energy corporation begins on Egypt's north coast.

Arab report:

Lapid seeks exchange deal with Hamas before the election

Egyptian sources say "serious" talks were recently held between Israel and Hamas through Egyptian mediators to promote an exchange deal.

Israeli Defense Minister: Egypt is a beacon of peace

Benny Gantz speaks with Egyptian intel chief, offering Eid al-Adha blessings to Egyptian people and discussing regional cooperation.

Border Crossings to Jordan, Egypt, return to pre-COVID schedules

'Ministry received clear instructions: Maximum traffic for maximum people,' Transportation Min. Michaeli says.

Lapid speaks with Egyptian president ahead of Biden visit

Israeli Prime Minister and Egyptian president agree to meet, vow cooperation in maintaining regional stability.

Watch: Woman dies in shark attack as stunned tourists look on

A 68-year-old woman was killed in a grizzly attack off the coast of Sharm el-Sheikh as dozens of stunned tourists took in the ugly scene.

Warming trade ties

Egyptian delegation visits Israel

Egyptian delegation visits Israel as part of QIZ trade agreement between Egypt, US, and Israel. 'We hope to expand cooperation.'

Israel, EU, Egypt sign MOU to supply natural gas to Europe

Historic agreement will see Israel help Europe reduce its dependence on Russian energy together with Egypt.

Energy Minister to meet Egyptian President

Energy Minister Karine Elharrar to discuss the sale of Israeli gas to Europe with President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.