Egypt

Hamas, Saudis to Work Together Against ISIS?

There's no love lost between Hamas and Saudi Arabia, but a common enemy may bring the two together.

Palestinian Cleric: ISIS Will Give 'Settlements' to Muslims

At Al Aqsa Mosque, preacher laments Egypt's ex-President Morsi would have had Egyptian army 'in Zikhron Yaakov by now.'

ISIS Bombs the Italian Consulate in Cairo

One dead, 10 wounded as ISIS attacks Western target in Egypt for the first time, and warns it will attack similar targets in future.

Egyptian Bank Claims Part Ownership of King David Hotel

State-owned bank sues for 1,000 stocks of Jerusalem's luxurious hotel it bought before the establishment of the state of Israel.

Sisi: Israel-PA Peace Will Make the Region Safer

Egyptian President meets delegation of the American Jewish Committee, calls for peace between Israel and the PA.

Egypt's New Anti-Terror Law Could Kill Journalists

Journalists' union warns 'unconstitutional' new law will allow the state to execute reporters for contradicting official reports.

Egypt Kills 63 Jihadists in the Sinai

Egypt's military launches airstrikes and ground operations on Sinai jihadists, killing 63.

Netanyahu Slams Faulty Iran Deal

Current deal being assembled 'worse' than 1994 North Korean nuclear deal, Netanyahu argues, ahead of July 7 deadline.

Third Exploded Rocket Found in Eshkol Region

Rocket found exploded in open area on Saturday believed to have been part of barrage fired by ISIS affiliate Sinai Province in Egypt.

Sisi: We Foiled an ISIS Attempt to Set Up State in Sinai

Egyptian President says his country foiled an attempt by ISIS to seize territory and set up an extremist state in the Sinai.

Cairo: One Killed in Protest on Anniversary of Morsi Ouster

Civilian dies in Egyptian capital as protesters mark the second anniversary of the army's overthrow of president Mohammed Morsi.

Analysis

ISIS in Egypt: More Than Meets the Eye

Is Hamas cooperating with ISIS in Sinai, or threatened by it? Should Israel be worried? And how might the Turkish government be involved?

Egypt May 'Invite' IDF to Strike ISIS in Gaza

Egyptian sources tells Israeli media that if ISIS conquest of Sinai spreads to Gaza, Sisi may want Israel to crack down on the enclave.

Egypt Passes Anti-Terror Law Hours after Sinai Attack

Egypt's government adopts law which stipulates harsher punishments to those convicted of terrorism.

IDF Boosts Border Presence After Egypt Attacks

Kerem Shalom and Nitzana crossings closed, areas near Egypt cleared after ISIS-linked attacks kill 50 Egyptian soldiers.

Sinai: Egypt Air Force Hits ISIS Positions After Deadly Assault

After some 50 soldiers killed in coordinated jihadist assault, Egyptian air force pounds terrorist positions in restive Sinai Peninsula.

Egyptian State Prosecutor Dies in Cairo Bomb Attack

Hisham Barakat injured along with several bodyguards in blast targeting his convoy in Egyptian capital.

Israel Lauds Egyptian TV Show on Jews, then Regrets It

Show tries to overcome local Jew hatred by presenting love story of Muslim man and Jewish woman, but airs hostility to the Jewish state.

Egypt Closes Rafah Crossing After Three Days

Egyptian authorities close the Rafah Crossing after keeping it open for three days for humanitarian purposes.

Egypt Kills 22 Suspected Terrorists in the Sinai

Egyptian security forces kill 22 suspected terrorists who were planning to target security forces in the North Sinai province.

Morsi's Lawyers Appeal Jail Sentence

Lawyers for Egypt's deposed Islamist president appeal his sentencing to 20 years in prison for the arrest and torture of protesters.

Egyptian Court Upholds Mohammed Morsi Death Sentence

Former Islamist president - together with Muslim Brotherhood leaders - sentenced 2011 jailbreak, spying for Hamas.

Suicide Bomber Strikes Iconic Egyptian Temple

Luxor, a key tourist spot featuring ancient statues and tombs, comes under attack - two of three suicide bombers foiled.

Egypt Blasts HRW Over Report on Human Rights Abuses

Egypt says Human Rights Watch report condemning it of "flagrant human rights abuses" victimizes Egypt.

Sinai Terrorists Claim Rocket Attack on UN Airport

Sinai Province, Islamic State's Egypt affiliate, fires rockets on an airport in Sinai used by UN peacekeeping forces.

Top Muslim Imam Blames West for ISIS

Grand imam of Al-Azhar in Cairo says Arabs think America created and is propping up ISIS to create 'fragmentation,' and protect Israel.

Obama Administration Criticizes Egypt in Report to Congress

Obama administration accuses the Egyptian government of restricting free speech but recommends that it continue to receive military aid.

Egypt Court Overturns Hamas Blacklisting

Egyptian court overturns decision by another tribunal branding Hamas a "terrorist" group.

Lapid: Orange CEO Has 'A Lot of Chutzpah'

MKs in Israel were up in arms over comments by Orange CEO Stephane Richard that he would end the company's franchise contract if he could.

Egypt Postpones Final Ruling on Morsi Death Sentence

Egyptian court postpones final ruling on ousted president Mohammed Morsi's death sentence until June 16.

Egyptian Historian: Drop the Palestinians, Normalize With Israel

Palestinians 'don't want to solve their own problem' says prominent historian - and Egypt should focus more on its interests, not hatred.

Egyptian Army Destroyed 521 Gaza Tunnels over Last 6 Months

Army spox says ongoing military operations in Sinai Peninsula having success; over 700 terrorists killed during same period.

Egypt Temporarily Reopens Rafah Crossing

Egypt reopens border crossing with Gaza for two days, permitting traffic into Gaza.

Egyptian Court: We Can't Designate Israel a 'Terrorist State'

Court in Egypt rejects a lawsuit demanding the designation of Israel as a “terrorist state”.

Disturbing Video: What's it Like to be a Jew in Cairo?

Hidden camera expose shows what happens when a man dressed as an Orthodox Jew asks for directions in Egypt. It's not pretty.

Sinai Jihadist Leader Calls for Attacks on Local Judges

Leader of ISIS-linked Sinai Province calls on followers to attack local judges.

Egypt: Police Accused of Sexual Assault on 'Massive Scale'

Sexual assault being used to 'eliminate public protest,' NGO claims.

EU Denounces Morsi Death Sentence

EU condemns death sentence handed down to Egypt's former president, says it resulted from a "flawed trial".

Erdogan Condemns Egypt Over Morsi Death Sentence

Erdogan says death sentence for ousted Egyptian president means Egypt is "turning back into ancient Egypt".

Sinai Terrorists Kill Four, Including Two Judges

Gunmen kill two Egyptian judges, a prosecutor and a drive in the El-Arish, hours after Morsi sentenced to death.

Former Egyptian President Morsi Sentenced to Death

An Egyptian court sentenced former President Morsi to death today, though it is uncertain if the execution will be carried out.

Report: Egypt Buying Russian S-300 Missile System

Israeli official tells foreign press that Egypt has bought the missiles; Egypt: we're looking to fight terrorism in the Sinai, not Israel.

Egypt: 725 Terrorists Killed in Sinai in Last Six Months

Egyptian army releases report on Saturday documenting struggle against terror groups, primarily Ansar Bait Al-Maqdis, in North Sinai.

Mubarak and Sons Sent to Jail for Corruption

Former Egyptian president and his two sons sent to three years in prison on corruption accusations.

Egypt Recommits to Saudi Airstrikes in Yemen

In sign of growing alliance against Iranian hegemony, Egypt extends military deployment in Gulf by 3 months to fight Houthis.

Egypt: 40 People to Stand Trial for Belonging to ISIS

Egyptian prosecutor refers 40 to trial on charges of belonging to ISIS and planning to carry out terrorist attacks in Egypt.

Arabs from Saudi Arabia to Iraq Voice Support for Israel

From Jeddah with love? How an Arab Israeli soldier's quest to enlist his countrymen led him to an unexpected source of pro-Israel sentiment.

Mubarak: Egyptians Should Stand Behind Sisi

Egypt’s ousted president supports the current president, says he "understands the sanctity of the national territory".

Sisi Meets CIA Director in Cairo

Egypt’s President meets CIA director John Brennan, discusses issues of common interest.

Egyptian Given Life Sentence for 'Spying' for Israel

Egyptian court sentences to jail a man convicted of “spying for Israel” in the Sinai Peninsula.

Egypt Continues to Destroy Tunnels Along the Gaza Border

Egypt has destroyed 69 tunnels along the border with Gaza since March 28, says an army spokesman.

Former Morsi Aide Jailed for Three Years

Morsi's former chief of staff jailed for three years, after he was convicted of abusing his powers.

HRW Condemns Egypt Over Muslim Brotherhood Verdicts

Human Rights Watch says decision to sentence alleged Brotherhood members to death is "blatantly unjust".

Report: A-Sisi Declares Death Penalty to Tunnel-Diggers

Sunday proved to be another bloody day in Egypt, as at least five people were killed and some 30 injured in bomb blasts in El Arish.

Security Sources Reveal Massive Iranian Spying in Egypt

Arabic media reports Iran has appointed new spy master backing terror groups and gathering intel in Arab countries.

'Egypt is Preparing for War with Israel'

Noha Hashad, pro-Israeli nuclear scientist who escaped Egypt after years of torture, says what's happening in Sinai isn't what we think.

One Dead in Cairo Bridge Bombing, After Top Islamist Killed

At least one person was killed Sunday in a bomb explosion on a Cairo bridge, just hours after forces gunned down a top Islamist leader.

Sinai Terrorists Kill 10 Soldiers in Several Attacks

Ten Egyptian soldiers killed and 17 injured in several concurrent attacks by armed groups in southern Sheikh Zuweid.

Ashkenazi: Hamas, Hezbollah Can't Conquer Negev, Galilee

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi said that despite the increased risk of terrorism, Israel is much safer today than it was in 1967.

'Israelites Left Egypt, but Egypt Didn't Leave Them'

Just in time for Passover, IAA reveals massive archaeological find indicating Egyptian cultural influence remained after Exodus.