President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi said he understands some western concerns over human rights issues in Egypt, but urged …
Rights
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Islamic State (IS) group has killed 15 of its members in the largest execution of the militant …
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Egypt’s parliament has authorised an eight-member delegation to visit Brussels next month, to respond to the European …
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Egypt News
New legislative amendments to impose harsh penalties on Egypt’s police
by aya salahby aya salahEgypt’s Parliamentary Affairs Minister Magdi Al-Agati told reporters that the government submitted new amendments to the Police …
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The awarding of France’s top honour to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef, which sparked a storm …
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Egyptian parliament has rejected all interference in its work and the country’s domestic affairs in response to …
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Industry & Trade
Canon closes in on Toshiba’s medical unit after fierce bidding
by Noha Gadby Noha GadToshiba Corp (6502.T) has granted Canon Inc (7751.T) exclusive negotiating rights for its medical equipment unit after …
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MENA News
Strikes on east Syrian town kill 63, including children: monitor
by aya salahby aya salahAt least 63 people, including nine children, have died in air strikes believed to be carried out …
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Alphabet Inc’s YouTube is aiming to get rights for streaming TV series and movies for its $9.99-a-month …
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MENA News
Saudi blogger Raif Badawi could be pardoned; says Swiss official
by aya salahby aya salahA procedure for obtaining a pardon from Saudi Arabian king is under way for jailed blogger Raif …