Egypt

Tragedy at Sea: Over a Dozen Egyptians Lost Near Libyan Shores In the early, silent hours of Friday morning, an all-too-common narrative of despair unfolded off the Libyan coast. As night clung to the eastern town of Tobruk, a boat, laden with hopes and dreams, capsized, marking yet another tragic incident in the perilous Mediterranean migration saga. Marwan al-Shaeri, speaking on behalf of the Tobruk coast guard, shared the heart-wrenching details. The vessel, destined for Europe, was filled with dreams of a better…

Trump's Controversial Statements on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam In a recent meeting with NATO officials in Washington, former President Donald Trump made headlines by seemingly aligning himself with Egypt regarding the contentious $5 billion hydropower project on the Blue Nile, one of the Nile River’s vital tributaries. His remarks sparked a significant backlash and an intense dialogue surrounding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) that encapsulates the complex dynamics of international relations in the…

Egypt Welcomes US Involvement in Resolving the Nile Conflict CAIRO – The prospect of American intervention in the longstanding Nile waters dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia has been met with cautious optimism. President Donald Trump's recent decision to mediate holds promise for resolving tensions that have simmered for years. The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), an ambitious infrastructure project on the Blue Nile, has been a focal point of contention. This dam, resting on one…

Nile Dam Dispute: Can Trump's Mediation Steer the Course? Edited By Ali Musa Axadle Times International – Monitoring CAIRO / ISTANBUL - In a development that has caught the attention of international observers, Egypt has expressed its approval of US President Donald Trump’s recent initiative aimed at resolving the ongoing dispute with Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Nile River. Trump's call for a “just agreement” has reached the ears of many who are…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a notable development in East African geopolitics, Egypt and Eritrea have pledged to enhance their political and security cooperation. This commitment emerged from a high-level dialogue between their foreign ministers, which took place shortly after Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi's meeting with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. On Thursday, the phone call between Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Eritrea’s Foreign Minister Osman Saleh solidified the assurance of their…

CAIRO, EGYPT - In a world where alliances can make or break nations, Somalia and Egypt are choosing the path of solidarity. A recent meeting between Somalia's President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, and Egypt's President, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, illuminated the potential of a partnership ripe with possibilities. These two leaders, brought together by common goals, acknowledge the pressing need to boost their countries’ security and trade relationships. The strong ties of friendship between Somalia and Egypt have woven through…

Strengthening Bonds: A Diplomatic Dialogue Between Egypt and Somalia In a significant gathering marked by hopeful intent and ambitious objectives, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to the picturesque coastal city of New Alamein on Monday. This meeting shone a spotlight on the increasing importance of bilateral relations and the critical regional dynamics surrounding the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, areas that are experiencing both challenges and…

The Significance of the Somalia-Egypt Diplomatic Visit The recent diplomatic visit by President Mohamud of Somalia to Egypt underscores a pivotal moment at the intersection of regional politics and international relations. This visit occurs as Ethiopia stands on the brink of unveiling its Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD)—a monumental hydropower project that has elicited strong responses from downstream nations such as Egypt and Sudan. These countries harbor deep concerns that the dam will significantly lessen their…

Egypt and Somalia: Strengthening Bonds Amid Regional Tensions In a bold declaration filled with resolve, Egypt has recently asserted its commitment to thwart Ethiopia’s push for access to the Red Sea. On Sunday, President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi conveyed this message during a press conference that followed strategic discussions with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud in Cairo. This development highlights not only Egypt's deep-rooted concerns but also its expanding security partnership with Somalia. El-Sissi…

The Geopolitical Ripple Effects of Trump's Tariff Threats On a recent Sunday, the atmosphere of global diplomacy was stirred by none other than former President Donald Trump. In a statement that reverberated well beyond U.S. borders, Trump issued a stern warning to nations contemplating partnerships with the BRICS bloc. He labeled their policies as “anti-American,” threatening an additional 10% tariff on countries that align themselves with this coalition of emerging economies. This declaration has raised eyebrows and…