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Syrian court begins proceedings against Assad and allies

A Syrian court conducted the first hearing Sunday in the trial of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad and senior figures from his government, one of whom appeared in person. Assad and his brother Maher have fled Syria and will…

Iran’s Araghchi rallies Gulf support for regional ceasefire path beyond Washington

Iran intensified diplomatic outreach to Gulf states on Sunday, seeking to strengthen a regional track to end the war and stabilize the ceasefire. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that regional security should…

Egypt steps up field, digital oversight to enhance healthcare services

Egypt is intensifying field inspections and expanding digital oversight of healthcare facilities as part of efforts to improve service quality and operational efficiency nationwide, the Ministry of Health said. In a…

Kiwe secures final CBE approval to launch social-centric fintech platform

Kiwe, the home-grown fintech startup designed around how people use money today, has received final approval from the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to launch its application and card in the Egyptian market. The milestone…

Egypt implements 975 projects worth EGP 638bn to advance Sinai development since 2014

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly chaired a high-level meeting on Sunday to review executive plans for developing the Sinai Peninsula and boosting investment inflows, as part of the government’s broader strategy to…

FRA monitors non-banking firms’ carbon disclosure, offsetting compliance

The Regional Centre for Sustainable Finance (RCSF), affiliated with the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), held a workshop to review mechanisms for implementing Board Resolution No. 36 of 2026, which obliges…

Redefining Egypt’s strategic role in Washington: Bridging influence gaps, seizing regional openings

In the heart of Washington, where global policies are shaped, alliances forged, and strategic interests converge, Egypt faces a complex challenge: how to reassert itself as a central and indispensable partner to the…

ACUD awards management contract to Raya Smart Buildings for New Capital asset

Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) has signed a contract with Raya Smart Buildings, a subsidiary of Raya Holding, to manage and operate an administrative building in the government district of Egypt’s…

El Mahfouz Developments launches MoQattam Business Complex in East Cairo

El Mahfouz Developments has announced the launch of its latest project, MoQattam Business Complex, a mixed-use commercial and administrative development in Mokattam, east Cairo. Located on Street 9, one of Mokattam’s…

Fatah leading in West Bank municipal elections

Fatah leading in West Bank municipal elections Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas's Fatah movement was on track to lead municipal councils in several major cities in the occupied West Bank, official election results…

First trial of Assad-era Syrian official starts in Damascus

Syria begun its first public trial of former Assad-era officials, with ex-security chief Atef Najib appearing in court.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Receives Written Message from Djibouti’s President

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard pledges continued support for Hezbollah

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard pledges continued support for Hezbollah Esmail Qaani, commander of the Quds Force of the Revolutionary Guard, said unity across the “Resistance Front” is stronger than ever. In remarks…

Russia confirms Iran foreign minister to visit for talks

Russia confirms Iran foreign minister to visit for talks Russia's foreign ministry on Sunday said that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi would travel to Moscow for talks. "We confirm a visit by Araghchi to Russia…

Syria begins trial of first Assad-era official in Damascus

Syria begins trial of first Assad-era official in Damascus Submitted by Paloma Dupont de Dinechin on Sun, 04/26/2026 - 15:36 Atef Najib, cousin of Bashar al-Assad, is accused of orchestrating the repression of the first…

Iran foreign minister to return to Pakistan despite Trump cancelling envoys’ trip

Iran foreign minister to return to Pakistan despite Trump cancelling envoys’ trip Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 04/26/2026 - 13:18 Abbas Araghchi heads back to Islamabad, after visiting Oman and ahead of Moscow trip…

One of the greatest tragedies of this war has been the collateral damage inflicted on Iran's medical facilities

One of the greatest tragedies of this war has been the collateral damage inflicted on Iran's medical facilities Submitted by Maziyar Ghiabi on Wed, 04/08/2026 - 12:23 By targeting the century-old Pasteur Institute and…

Qatar Museums affirms commitment to employing digital solutions to expand cultural programs

Qatar Museums (QM) confirmed that the collection of international awards it earned in 2026 reflects its progress in digital transformation and its adoption of innovative solutions that enhance public access to its…

Pope Leo says those who wage war are thieves stealing away our peaceful future

ROME, April 26 (Reuters) - Pope Leo on Sunday described those who wage wars and appropriate the earth's resources as thieves who rob the world of a peaceful future, issuing a warning about the use of nuclear power on…

Syria puts first Assad-era official on trial in Damascus

Atef Najib, ex-head of political security in Deraa province, is charged with 'crimes against the Syrian people'.