The British Museum has removed the word Palestine from its ancient Middle East displays following…
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Archaeologists in Egypt recovered massive stones from the seabed of Alexandria that they linked to…
A major tourism development featuring a five-star hotel and luxury chalets is reshaping the landscape…
Egypt and Greece have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in creative…
U.S. President Donald Trump invited Pope Leo to join his “Peace Council,” and Cardinal Pietro…
The Trump administration has officially designated three Middle Eastern branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as…
Israel has become the first country to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent sovereign state, signing a mutual declaration with its president on December 26, 2025. The move, framed in the spirit of the Abraham Accords, has drawn strong condemnation from Egypt, Turkey, Somalia, and Djibouti, who reaffirm their support for Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity.
German authorities arrested five men—three from Morocco, one from Egypt, and one from Syria—on suspicion of planning an Islamist-motivated vehicle attack on a Christmas market near Dingolfing in Bavaria. The plot was foiled following a tip from a foreign intelligence service, according to reports by BILD.
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday launching a formal process that…
Alexander the Great is set to “return” to Egypt, as 53 works from the celebrated…
The United States has secured regional and international backing for its proposed Gaza resolution at…
President Abdel Fattah el‑Sisi officially inaugurated the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) on 1 November 2025…
Egypt has officially opened the long-awaited Grand Egyptian Museum near the Pyramids of Giza — the world’s largest archaeological museum — showcasing Tutankhamun’s entire tomb collection for the first time. The $1.2 billion cultural landmark, attended by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and world leaders, marks a new era for Egyptology and global tourism.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis defended Greece’s foreign policy in Parliament on Thursday, asserting that the country’s global influence has grown significantly. Rejecting opposition claims of diplomatic weakness, he highlighted Greece’s election to the UN Security Council, its strong ties with major partners, and its commitment to stability in relations with Türkiye.
Greece announced on Thursday that it has reached an agreement with Egypt on the future…
Greece and Egypt have settled a dispute over St Catherine’s Monastery, a historic Christian site at Mount Sinai, ensuring its preservation. The agreement, announced by Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis, follows tensions over Egypt’s tourism plans and a court order to evict monks. The deal prohibits conversion of the monastery, safeguarding its 6th-century heritage and vast manuscript collection.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met briefly with US President Donald Trump at a global summit in Egypt focused on Gaza’s future, following a US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Described as a “historic day,” the summit aims to foster lasting peace in the Middle East.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and President Constantine Tassoulas expressed optimism that the upcoming peace agreement to be signed in Sharm el-Sheikh could mark a turning point for the Middle East. During their meeting on Monday, Mitsotakis highlighted Greece’s role as a credible mediator and pillar of stability in the Eastern Mediterranean, while Tassoulas underlined the historic nature of the initiative and Greece’s readiness to contribute to reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced Greece’s participation in a Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on Monday. Describing the agreement as historic, he emphasized Greece’s commitment to supporting peace in the Middle East alongside regional partners
President Trump announces that Israel and Hamas have signed off on the first phase of a peace plan, including troop withdrawals, the imminent release of hostages, and a congratulatory call with Netanyahu.
Greek-American Republican Florida Representative Gus Bilirakis and Member of the European Parliament Nikolas Farantouris participated…
Greece and Egypt have signed a trilateral MoU to advance the GREGY electricity interconnection, a key EU-backed project linking their power grids and enhancing energy cooperation.
Egyptian wrestler Ashraf Mahrous, known by his nickname Kabonga, has secured three Guinness World Records…
Egypt has submitted a Note Verbale to the UN rejecting Turkish-Libyan energy agreements as illegal, reaffirming Greece’s maritime rights in the Eastern Mediterranean and stressing that such deals are void under international law.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declared Turkey’s determination to secure its share of Mediterranean resources while promoting regional cooperation, following a productive meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking to journalists en route from the U.S., Erdoğan emphasized a “win-win” approach with neighbors like Greece and Egypt, while reaffirming Turkey’s commitment to a two-state solution for Cyprus. He hailed progress in Turkish-American relations and Turkey’s growing influence in fostering peace, citing its mediation in Libya and joint naval exercises with Egypt.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis conducted a series of high-level meetings on the sidelines of…
Turkey and Egypt have launched joint air and naval exercises in the Eastern Mediterranean, marking their first military collaboration in 13 years. The drills, involving Turkish frigates, submarines, and F-16 jets alongside Egyptian naval units, signal improving ties between Ankara and Cairo. This development, alongside Greece and Cyprus’ “Medusa” drills, reflects shifting regional alliances.
Over 220 migrants arrived on Crete and Gavdos from Libya in 24 hours, amid a 310% surge in arrivals to Crete in 2025. Greek authorities intercepted four boats, with migrants transferred to a facility in Agia, Hania, as new policies impose stricter detention and penalties.
The historic Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai, Egypt, is at the heart of a growing ecclesiastical dispute that could strain Greece-Egypt relations. Greece’s General Secretary of Religious Affairs, Giorgos Kalantzis, arrived in Cairo yesterday to mediate between Abbot Archbishop Damian and dissenting monks. Following an emergency meeting at Athens’ Maximos Mansion, fears mount that the monastery could face a schism similar to Mount Athos’ Esfigmenou Monastery. With the monastery closed to pilgrims and Egyptian authorities pressing for a resolution, the next 24 hours are critical for finding a compromise to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site and bilateral ties.
Egypt has retrieved three colossal Greco-Roman statues from Abu Qir Bay, including a Ramses II sphinx, a Ptolemaic colossus, and a Roman nobleman statue.
