News and updates about Egypt

Egypt to present its own Gaza reconstruction plan

Egypt announces it intends to present a "comprehensive proposal" for rebuilding Gaza, rejects any proposals that would involve relocating Gaza residents outside the Strip.

Egypt to present its own Gaza reconstruction plan

Trump:

'I could conceivably withhold aid to Egypt and Jordan'

US President says he could “conceivably” withhold aid to Egypt and Jordan if they refuse to take in Gazans as part of Trump’s plan for the Strip.

'I could conceivably withhold aid to Egypt and Jordan'

The Awakening of the Lion:

The Egyptian military threat on our border

Israel needs to fully prepare for an Egyptian military threat on our border. Op-ed.

The Egyptian military threat on our border

Egypt pushes back against Trump’s Gaza relocation plan

Egypt launches behind-the-scenes diplomatic effort against Trump’s Gaza relocation proposal, warns it could jeopardize its peace treaty with Israel.

Egypt pushes back against Trump’s Gaza relocation plan

Middle East leaders oppose Gaza displacement in letter to Rubio

Five Arab foreign ministers and senior PA official send letter to US Secretary of State, expressing opposition to any plans that would displace Palestinian Arabs from Gaza.

Middle East leaders oppose Gaza displacement in letter to Rubio

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Egypt builds up forces on the Gaza border

Egypt has begun building up a large force on the Gaza border, including tanks and armored vehicles.

Egypt builds up forces on the Gaza border

Trump insists:

'Egypt and Jordan will do it, they will take in Gazans'

US President unfazed by Egypt and Jordan rejecting his plan which would see them taking in Palestinian Arabs from Gaza: They’re going to do it. We do a lot for them, and they’re going to do it.

'Egypt and Jordan will do it, they will take in Gazans'

Haftarat Parashat Bo:

Where everybody knows your name

When there is genuine concern for the individual, names hold meaning and serve a purpose.

Where everybody knows your name

Sisi responds to Trump:

'Egypt will not take part in the displacement of Palestinians'

Egyptian President responds publicly to the proposal by US President Donald Trump that Gazans should relocate to countries such as Egypt and Jordan.

'Egypt will not take part in the displacement of Palestinians'

IDF shoots down drone crossing from Egypt

IDF thwarts attempt to smuggle 13 weapons and ammunition from Egypt via drone.

IDF shoots down drone crossing from Egypt

US Secretary of State to Egypt:

'Stop Hamas from governing Gaza again'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and underscored the importance of Hamas not continuing to control Gaza.

'Stop Hamas from governing Gaza again'

Rubio to Egyptian FM:

'Hamas can never govern Gaza or threaten Israel again'

Secretary of State speaks to Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to discuss the latest developments in Gaza. State Department does not specify whether Trump's relocation idea for Gazans came up in the conversation.

'Hamas can never govern Gaza or threaten Israel again'

IDF Chief of Staff:

'Gazans can go to Egypt, but they can't return to Gaza'

Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi told the Knesset Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee that Iran is deterred, 'afraid, and understands that it is not protected.'

'Gazans can go to Egypt, but they can't return to Gaza'

Trump doubles down

'I wish Sisi would take in some residents of Gaza'

US President says he spoke to Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi about his relocation plan: I wish he would take some. We helped them a lot, and I'm sure he'd help us.

'I wish Sisi would take in some residents of Gaza'

Egypt rejects Trump idea to relocate Gazans

Egypt rejects idea floated by Trump regarding the evacuation of Gaza’s population to Egypt and Jordan, reiterates "continued support for the steadfastness of the Palestinian people on their land."

Egypt rejects Trump idea to relocate Gazans

Trump:

'I'd like Jordan and Egypt to take in more people from Gaza'

US President suggests potential mass relocation of Gazans to other countries, such as Jordan and Egypt, to essentially "clean out" the conflict-ridden area and start anew.

'I'd like Jordan and Egypt to take in more people from Gaza'

Report:

Egypt to take part in inspection mechanism at Netzarim Corridor

As part of ceasefire agreement, Egypt will take part in establishing the security inspection mechanism for those who cross the Netzarim Corridor.

Egypt to take part in inspection mechanism at Netzarim Corridor

Report:

Hamas still insists on a role in Gaza's post-war government

An Egyptian source says Hamas would not agree to a deal without a path to end the war and a stipulation to keep it in power in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas still insists on a role in Gaza's post-war government

Biden administration redirects military aid from Egypt to Lebanon

Biden administration redirecting $95 million in military aid originally designated for Egypt to Lebanon, explaining that Lebanon faces ongoing threats from Hezbollah and other non-state actors while managing ceasefire with Israel.

Biden administration redirects military aid from Egypt to Lebanon

Amid hostage deal talks:

Blinken speaks to Egyptian Foreign Minister

State Department spokesperson says Blinken and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed the latest developments in the efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza.

Blinken speaks to Egyptian Foreign Minister

Egypt:

Three police officers killed in gas explosion in Cairo

Gas explosion at Egypt's police academy in Cairo claims the lives of three police officers. No foul play suspected.

Three police officers killed in gas explosion in Cairo

Son of Muslim Brotherhood leader detained in Lebanon

Lebanese authorities detain Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, Egyptian opposition activist and son of the late Muslim Brotherhood spiritual leader Yusuf al-Qaradawi, will consider extradition.

Son of Muslim Brotherhood leader detained in Lebanon

Concerns of Iranian attacks

Israel considering travel warning for Egypt

The Israeli defense establishment notified Egypt of intelligence regarding Iranian attempts to carry out attacks on Israelis on Egyptian soil.

Israel considering travel warning for Egypt

Despite human rights concerns:

US approves sale of military equipment to Egypt

State Department notifies Congress it approved the sale of $4.69 billion worth of equipment to Egypt.

US approves sale of military equipment to Egypt

Egypt proposes new ceasefire plan

Egypt has tabled a new proposal for a phased cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip, involving an Israeli military withdrawal from Rafah and a temporary ceasefire lasting 60 days.

Egypt proposes new ceasefire plan

Report:

Israel presented Hamas with updated proposal for hostage deal

The proposal includes a potential ceasefire lasting between 42 and 60 days and the release of all surviving female hostages, all men over the age of 50, and hostages in critical medical condition.

Israel presented Hamas with updated proposal for hostage deal

The day after the war:

Fatah, Hamas agree on independent committee to govern Gaza

Breakthrough in talks between Fatah and Hamas that may advance the possibility of reaching an agreement for a ceasefire and hostage release deal.

Fatah, Hamas agree on independent committee to govern Gaza

Sources in Egypt:

Ceasefire proposal blends Egyptian offer with Biden's offer

Egypt brokering talks to form committee to manage Gazan side of the Rafah Crossing, report says.

Ceasefire proposal blends Egyptian offer with Biden's offer

Egypt, Israel, in disagreement over Rafah Crossing

Egypt attempting to advance ceasefire-prisoner swap deal similar to two-month ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.

Egypt, Israel, in disagreement over Rafah Crossing

Egypt optimistic about ending war in Gaza

High-ranking representatives from Fatah, Hamas, and the Islamic Jihad have arrived in Cairo for discussions with Egyptian intelligence officials to address critical issues concerning the Gaza Strip's administration.

Egypt optimistic about ending war in Gaza

Report:

Egyptian delegation to visit Israel for talks on Gaza deal

Source in Israel denies reports that an Egyptian security delegation will travel to Israel on Thursday in an effort to reach a Gaza ceasefire deal.

Egyptian delegation to visit Israel for talks on Gaza deal

Jordan and Egypt demand the war in Gaza end

The King of Jordan and the Egyptian President met in Cairo and demanded that Israel end the war and allow for the creation of a Palestinian state.

Jordan and Egypt demand the war in Gaza end

Blinken:

'Hamas refused to release even a limited number of hostages'

In conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister, US Secretary of State reveals that Hamas has rejected yet another proposal for a hostage release in exchange for a ceasefire.

'Hamas refused to release even a limited number of hostages'

Report:

Hamas, Fatah agree on joint committee to run Gaza

Arabic media reports that Egyptian mediators have attempted to convince Hamas to accept a ceasefire and talks with Fatah have been successful.

Hamas, Fatah agree on joint committee to run Gaza

Drone attempts to smuggle weapons from Egypt - and is shot down

Drone crossing into Israel from Egypt is intercepted, IDF forces discover it carried four rifles and a pistol.

Drone attempts to smuggle weapons from Egypt - and is shot down

Egypt proposes:

A two-week ceasefire and release of four hostages

Preparations underway for an upcoming visit to Cairo by CIA chief William Burns, which will deal with he efforts to reach an agreement on a ceasefire.

A two-week ceasefire and release of four hostages

Report:

CIA Director floated new outline for hostage release deal

According to Axios, CIA Director William Burns proposed a 28-day pause in hostilities, with Hamas releasing about eight hostages and Israel releasing dozens of terrorist prisoners.

CIA Director floated new outline for hostage release deal

Hamas sources:

'We're willing to consider Egypt's proposal'

Sources in Hamas tell Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper that the organization is willing to consider Egyptian proposal for a hostage release deal, but still insists on a complete end to the war.

'We're willing to consider Egypt's proposal'

The Egyptian plan to bring back four Israeli hostages

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi says Egypt proposed a two-day ceasefire during which four hostages would be released and in the ten days following, negotiations would be held regarding a more extensive deal.

The Egyptian plan to bring back four Israeli hostages

Hostage deal discussions

Shin Bet chief meets new Egyptian intelligence chief

Israel Security Agency chief Ronen Bar meets Egypt’s newly appointed intelligence chief Hassan Mahmoud Rashad in Cairo to discuss how to move forward with negotiations on a ceasefire-for-hostages deal.

Shin Bet chief meets new Egyptian intelligence chief

Egypt pushes for ceasefire and exchange deal

In talks between Fatah and Hamas in Cairo, Egyptians are pushing for a deal between the parties on the ruling of Gaza, as part of a cease-fire and exchange deal.

Egypt pushes for ceasefire and exchange deal

State Department:

'We're actively working on updated ceasefire proposal'

State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller tells reporters that the United States continues to collaborate with mediators from Egypt and Qatar to draft a revised ceasefire proposal for the conflict in Gaza.

'We're actively working on updated ceasefire proposal'

Blinken to visit Egypt to continue talks on hostage release

State Department announces that Blinken will travel to Egypt on Wednesday and meet local officials to discuss ongoing efforts to reach a ceasefire in Gaza that secures the release of all hostages.

Blinken to visit Egypt to continue talks on hostage release

Egypt to host delegation of Houthi rebels for talks on Red Sea

Egypt seeks to calm tensions in Red Sea, increase number of ships sailing the area, to reverse hit to economy caused by tanking of Suez Canal transit fees.

Egypt to host delegation of Houthi rebels for talks on Red Sea

Despite human rights concerns:

US grants Egypt $1.3 billion in military aid

Biden administration overrides human rights conditions on military aid to Egypt, grants it the full $1.3 billion allocation.

US grants Egypt $1.3 billion in military aid

Report:

Talks to place Arab force on Philadelphi Corridor moving forward

United Arab Emirates holds talks with multiple countries, aiming to create joint Arab force to patrol key Gaza corridors, solve disagreement with Israel.

Talks to place Arab force on Philadelphi Corridor moving forward

Hamas:

'Ready to implement ceasefire without new conditions'

Hamas meets Egyptian and Qatari mediators, says it is ready to implement an "immediate" ceasefire based on previous US proposal without new conditions.

'Ready to implement ceasefire without new conditions'

Blinken:

'We'll present a new proposal for a hostage deal very soon'

Secretary of State downplays pessimism over the prospects of a hostage release deal: More than 90 percent of the issues have been agreed. We’re working intensely with our Egyptian and Qatari counterparts to work together to bridge any remaining gaps.

'We'll present a new proposal for a hostage deal very soon'

Egypt to Abbas:

You can enter Gaza - if Israel agrees

Egypt tries to improve Palestinian Authority chairman Mahmoud Abbas' image in Gaza - but Israel refuses to cooperate.

You can enter Gaza - if Israel agrees

Searches underway

Vehicle accelerates towards soldiers near Egypt border and flees

IDF troops conducting searches after suspicious vehicle accelerates toward them on the Egypt border.

Vehicle accelerates towards soldiers near Egypt border and flees

Report:

Egypt delaying appointment of a new Israeli ambassador

i24NEWS reports that amid tensions between Israel and Egypt over Israel’s insistence on keeping IDF troops on the Philadelphi corridor, Israel has not had an ambassador in Egypt for the past two weeks.

Egypt delaying appointment of a new Israeli ambassador

After hotel brawl:

Two Israeli citizens detained in Egypt

Two Arab Israeli citizens detained by Egyptian authorities for allegedly assaulting three hotel employees in Taba. The incident occurred on Friday, after an Arab Israeli tourist allegedly verbally insulted an Egyptian employee.

Two Israeli citizens detained in Egypt

Egyptian official:

'We won’t agree to Israeli military presence in Philadelphi'

After Cabinet votes that IDF will remain on Philadelphi corridor as part of a hostage release deal, Egyptian official clarifies "this is unacceptable".

'We won’t agree to Israeli military presence in Philadelphi'

Egypt:

Three Israeli tourists, four Egyptian workers injured in brawl

Three Arab-Israeli tourists and four Egyptian workers injured in brawl which reportedly erupted when hotel staff clashed with tourists who "attempted to obtain services from the hotel without charge."

Three Israeli tourists, four Egyptian workers injured in brawl

Egyptian officials:

'Talks on hostage deal ended without agreement'

Two Egyptian security sources say that neither Hamas nor Israel agreed to several compromises presented by mediators during the latest talks in Cairo.

'Talks on hostage deal ended without agreement'

Philadelphi Corridor

Report: Netanyahu willing to withdraw one position

Axios reports that Biden urged Netanyahu to consent to pulling back Israeli forces from a section of the Egypt-Gaza border. Netanyahu agreed to reposition one IDF unit by "a few hundred meters".

Report: Netanyahu willing to withdraw one position

Arab report:

Egypt won't oppose Israeli presence along Philadelphi Corridor

Egypt will treat status quo on Philadelphi Route as 'legal violation,' but turn a blind eye to it, report says.

Egypt won't oppose Israeli presence along Philadelphi Corridor

US pressuring Egypt to station forces in Gaza after war's end

Egypt demanding ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas prior to discussions on placing Egyptian troops in Gaza following the war, official says.

US pressuring Egypt to station forces in Gaza after war's end

Arab report:

Egypt agreed to delay withdrawal from Philadelphi Corridor

Israeli withdrawal no longer a precondition for a ceasefire-prisoner swap deal with Hamas, report says.

Egypt agreed to delay withdrawal from Philadelphi Corridor

Report:

Withdrawal from key corridor - decided in Biden-Netanyahu talks

Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri calls US Pres. Joe Biden's belief that a ceasefire-prisoner swap deal is close 'delusional.'

Withdrawal from key corridor - decided in Biden-Netanyahu talks