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Houthis reportedly kill four in first deadly attack since start of Iran war
The attack was reportedly carried out by Iranian proxy on a small cargo ship, as tensions in region over the US-Iran conflict remain high.
August 11, 2026Why Liverpool icon Salah has chosen Trabzonspor
Why Mohamed Salah chose Trabzonspor over Saudi Arabia and MLS, and what the move means for him and Turkish football.
August 6, 2026Emirates NBD Bank to acquire retail banking business of HSBC Egypt - Reuters
Emirates NBD Bank to acquire retail banking business of HSBC Egypt Reuters
August 2, 2026IMF unlocks about $1.8 billion for Egypt after reviews - Reuters
IMF unlocks about $1.8 billion for Egypt after reviews Reuters
July 31, 2026Egypt secures alternatives to cover energy demands after attack on gas vessel, PM says - Reuters
Egypt secures alternatives to cover energy demands after attack on gas vessel, PM says Reuters
July 30, 2026Drone strike near Suez Canal in Egypt raises new security threat in widening war - Reuters
Drone strike near Suez Canal in Egypt raises new security threat in widening war Reuters
July 30, 2026Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports - Reuters
Drone hits gas storage tanker at Egypt's Mediterranean port, Ambrey reports Reuters
July 29, 2026'Every country wants to beat Nigeria' - Super Falcons hunt 11th Wafcon title
Nigeria face Malawi, Zambia and Egypt at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, looking to defend their crown and claim an 11th title.
July 27, 2026Egypt to restructure military-linked 'Future of Egypt' economic body - Reuters
Egypt to restructure military-linked 'Future of Egypt' economic body Reuters
July 27, 2026Cutting off Red Sea oil route may be one crisis too many - Reuters
Cutting off Red Sea oil route may be one crisis too many Reuters
July 23, 2026'Mission Impossible' takes ancient Odyssey to stars
Holding the oldest book copy of the text left director Christopher Nolan "very moved", a curator says.
July 23, 2026Asian refiners look to Suez Canal to move Saudi oil amid Houthi shipping threats - Reuters
Asian refiners look to Suez Canal to move Saudi oil amid Houthi shipping threats Reuters
July 21, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Egypt in talks with energy majors for multi-year LNG supply deal, sources say - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Egypt in talks with energy majors for multi-year LNG supply deal, sources say Reuters
July 21, 2026I've been a World Cup official - I promise you there is no favouritism
Darren Cann speaks to BBC Sport about the conspiracy theories around the World Cup and what referees really think.
July 19, 2026White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner
The comments could further fuel the row over the incident, which has seen Downing Street back calls for Fifa to investigate.
July 17, 2026Are Argentina being treated favourably at World Cup?
Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?
July 17, 2026Arsenal want Argentina's Alvarez - Monday's gossip
Arsenal want to sign Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, Aston Villa hijack Newcastle's move for Johan Manzambi, plus more.
July 12, 2026Egypt's January-March current account deficit widens to $5.1 billion - Reuters
Egypt's January-March current account deficit widens to $5.1 billion Reuters
July 12, 2026'You made us proud': Egypt gives heroes' welcome to World Cup team - Reuters
'You made us proud': Egypt gives heroes' welcome to World Cup team Reuters
July 10, 2026Palestinians mourn Gaza World Cup screenings organiser killed in Israeli strike
Aid worker Mohammed al-Wahidi had become a prominent humanitarian figure during the Israel-Hamas war.
July 9, 2026Egypt depart World Cup with bitter taste despite breaking new ground - Reuters
Egypt depart World Cup with bitter taste despite breaking new ground Reuters
July 8, 2026Egypt FA extends contract of national team coach Hassan - Reuters
Egypt FA extends contract of national team coach Hassan Reuters
July 8, 2026Egypt FA criticises VAR after dramatic World Cup defeat by Argentina - Reuters
Egypt FA criticises VAR after dramatic World Cup defeat by Argentina Reuters
July 8, 2026Egypt want officials from Argentina match kicked out of World Cup
The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argentina.
July 8, 2026Watch: Gaza football fans watch World Cup from rubble
Hundreds of people cheered for Egypt, which shares a border with Gaza, in the match against Argentina.
July 8, 2026Tears in Scaloni's eyes as Argentina storm back to sink Egypt - Reuters
Tears in Scaloni's eyes as Argentina storm back to sink Egypt Reuters
July 7, 2026Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit
BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.
July 7, 2026Egypt coach blasts refereeing and turns his back on World Cup - Reuters
Egypt coach blasts refereeing and turns his back on World Cup Reuters
July 7, 2026Argentina make incredible late comeback to beat Egypt
Argentina survive an almighty scare before delivering a scarcely believable second-half comeback to break Egypt hearts and reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.
July 7, 2026Tearful Messi inspires Argentina to stunning comeback win over Egypt - Reuters
Tearful Messi inspires Argentina to stunning comeback win over Egypt Reuters
July 7, 2026Fernandez header seals dramatic Argentina comeback
Enzo Fernandez scores late to give Argentina the lead against Egypt in their last 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.
July 7, 2026Alvarez starts as Argentina make three changes for Egypt clash - Reuters
Alvarez starts as Argentina make three changes for Egypt clash Reuters
July 7, 2026The different ways Salah and Messi are viewed by their people
Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders.
July 7, 2026No clear favourites for World Cup, says Argentina's Scaloni ahead of Egypt clash - Reuters
No clear favourites for World Cup, says Argentina's Scaloni ahead of Egypt clash Reuters
July 6, 2026Egypt coach’s Palestine appeal thrusts World Cup back into political spotlight - Reuters
Egypt coach’s Palestine appeal thrusts World Cup back into political spotlight Reuters
July 6, 2026Shippers Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd begin return to Suez Canal trade route - Reuters
Shippers Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd begin return to Suez Canal trade route Reuters
July 6, 2026Battle-hardened Argentina, Egypt set for last-16 clash - Reuters
Battle-hardened Argentina, Egypt set for last-16 clash Reuters
July 5, 2026Egypt expects €1.5 billion from EU assistance package in coming days, minister says - Reuters
Egypt expects €1.5 billion from EU assistance package in coming days, minister says Reuters
July 4, 2026From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup
BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's position?
July 4, 2026Penalties taken 'in the zone' put Egypt in World Cup round of 16 - Reuters
Penalties taken 'in the zone' put Egypt in World Cup round of 16 Reuters
July 3, 2026Egyptian history makers breaking new ground for Africa's most successful nation - Reuters
Egyptian history makers breaking new ground for Africa's most successful nation Reuters
July 3, 2026Watch the full shootout as Egypt hold nerve to make World Cup last 16
Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage, and make it through to the last 16.
July 3, 2026Egypt sink Australia on penalties to secure first World Cup knockout win - Reuters
Egypt sink Australia on penalties to secure first World Cup knockout win Reuters
July 3, 2026Impatient Popovic confident Australia can make history against Egypt - Reuters
Impatient Popovic confident Australia can make history against Egypt Reuters
July 3, 2026'Two weeks after her death I got a call': Gaza patients face agonising delays for evacuation
An estimated 300 Palestinians referred for treatment abroad have died since the ceasefire began, according to Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry.
July 2, 2026'Beautiful and terrible' - the world's thoughts on the US at 250
From Brazil to India to Egypt, the BBC asked people across the world what they think of America today.
July 2, 2026Egypt lines up four state-owned companies for privatisation, cabinet says - Reuters
Egypt lines up four state-owned companies for privatisation, cabinet says Reuters
June 28, 2026Egypt to assess Salah after he asked to be substituted, says coach - Reuters
Egypt to assess Salah after he asked to be substituted, says coach Reuters
June 27, 2026Iran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw - Reuters
Iran wait on World Cup progress after late goal disallowed in Egypt draw Reuters
June 27, 2026FIFA gives green light for rainbow flags at Egypt v Iran World Cup clash - Reuters
FIFA gives green light for rainbow flags at Egypt v Iran World Cup clash Reuters
June 25, 2026Egypt, Iran face crunch World Cup game in shadow of geopolitics - Reuters
Egypt, Iran face crunch World Cup game in shadow of geopolitics Reuters
June 24, 2026Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations - Reuters
Sudan's war refugees describe horrors in Egyptian jails, surging deportations Reuters
June 24, 2026Report: Egypt denied flight to Seattle ahead of final World Cup group match - Reuters
Report: Egypt denied flight to Seattle ahead of final World Cup group match Reuters
June 22, 2026Sublime Salah sparks wild celebrations after historic Egypt win - Reuters
Sublime Salah sparks wild celebrations after historic Egypt win Reuters
June 22, 2026Egypt coach Hassan's stern half-time message fuels their first World Cup victory - Reuters
Egypt coach Hassan's stern half-time message fuels their first World Cup victory Reuters
June 22, 2026Bazeley left frustrated after New Zealand World Cup loss to Egypt - Reuters
Bazeley left frustrated after New Zealand World Cup loss to Egypt Reuters
June 22, 2026Salah revels in central role to help Egypt make their World Cup mark - Reuters
Salah revels in central role to help Egypt make their World Cup mark Reuters
June 22, 2026Salah's World Cup pain ends as he fires Egypt to historic win
Mohamed Salah fires Egypt to their first ever World Cup win - 92 years on from their tournament debut.
June 22, 2026Salah scores to help Egypt to first World Cup win
Mohamed Salah scores one goal and creates another as Egypt come from behind to beat New Zealand and secure their first-ever World Cup win.
June 22, 2026Salah inspires Egypt to beat New Zealand 3-1 for historic World Cup win - Reuters
Salah inspires Egypt to beat New Zealand 3-1 for historic World Cup win Reuters
June 22, 2026Salah scores to give Egypt the lead
Mohamed Salah scores to give Egypt a 2-1 lead against New Zealand as he edges towards the all-time goalscorers record for the Pharoahs.
June 22, 2026Lukaku's introduction earns Belgium 1-1 draw with Egypt - Reuters
Lukaku's introduction earns Belgium 1-1 draw with Egypt Reuters
June 15, 2026Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt
An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.
June 15, 2026Lukaku's instant impact for Belgium's equaliser
Romelu Lukaku has an instant impact for Belgium as he plays a key part in their equalising goal against Egypt in Seattle, just 22 seconds after coming off the bench.
June 15, 2026Unclear if US-Iran agreement will provide respite to Lebanon
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
June 15, 2026World Cup teams reject Ceferin 'uninteresting' claim
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has been criticised for reportedly claiming the World Cup expansion for the 2026 finals has led to 'uninteresting' games.
June 14, 2026Bowen: Trump and Netanyahu wanted to reshape the Middle East - now they risk a permacrisis
The US and Israeli leaders have lost control of the consequences after miscalculating the Iran war.
June 9, 2026'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.
June 7, 2026Brazil lose injured Wesley from World Cup squad, call up Ederson - Reuters
Brazil lose injured Wesley from World Cup squad, call up Ederson Reuters
June 7, 2026Israel kills nine in Gaza as Egypt hosts new ceasefire talks - Reuters
Israel kills nine in Gaza as Egypt hosts new ceasefire talks Reuters
June 7, 2026US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire
The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.
June 6, 2026Egypt to cut red tape, list up to four state firms, minister says - Reuters
Egypt to cut red tape, list up to four state firms, minister says Reuters
June 5, 2026Usyk keeps titles with controversial Verhoeven stoppage
Oleksandr Usyk retained his world heavyweight titles in Egypt with a highly controversial stoppage win against boxing novice Rico Verhoeven.
May 23, 2026Egyptian man who fire-bombed pro-Israel rally in Colorado sentenced to life in prison - Reuters
Egyptian man who fire-bombed pro-Israel rally in Colorado sentenced to life in prison Reuters
May 7, 2026Egypt economic outlook trimmed slightly due to Iran war: Reuters poll - Reuters
Egypt economic outlook trimmed slightly due to Iran war: Reuters poll Reuters
April 26, 2026Iran war lands 'triple blow' to flood-ravaged Sri Lankans
The Iran war could not have come at a worse time for Sri Lanka, reeling from devastating floods and an economic crisis.
April 11, 2026Pilots' union calls strikes at Lufthansa on April 13, 14 - Reuters
Pilots' union calls strikes at Lufthansa on April 13, 14 Reuters
April 11, 2026Middle East war to cut growth, deliver cascading impact, World Bank chief says - Reuters
Middle East war to cut growth, deliver cascading impact, World Bank chief says Reuters
April 10, 2026Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk - Reuters
Pakistan's high-stakes Iran peace bid is fraught with risk Reuters
April 9, 2026Al Jazeera condemns killing of journalist in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Israeli military claims Mohammed Wishah was a "Hamas terrorist" - which the Qatar-based network has previously denied.
April 9, 2026Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' - Reuters
Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' Reuters
April 9, 2026How Pakistan helped secure a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran
Pakistan has a historic relationship with Iran, but an agreement was far from certain, writes the BBC’s Caroline Davies
April 8, 2026Iran ceasefire deal a partial win for Trump - but at a high cost
The path to the two-week ceasefire with Iran may have fundamentally altered the way the rest of the world views the US.
April 8, 2026UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort - Reuters
UN envoy plans to visit Iran as part of peace effort Reuters
April 7, 2026Trump threatens to take out Iran in 'one night' if no deal before deadline
The US president wants Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route, before his Tuesday deadline.
April 6, 2026Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism - Reuters
Trump invokes religious rhetoric in praise of Iran rescue, drawing criticism Reuters
April 5, 2026Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts - Reuters
Egypt says it held calls with US Witkoff, regional counterparts Reuters
April 5, 2026War weighs on Egypt's private sector as PMI hits near two-year low in March - Reuters
War weighs on Egypt's private sector as PMI hits near two-year low in March Reuters
April 5, 2026Egypt raises electricity prices for higher-use households, businesses amid energy crisis - Reuters
Egypt raises electricity prices for higher-use households, businesses amid energy crisis Reuters
April 4, 2026Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law - Reuters
Eight Muslim-majority countries condemn Israel's new death penalty law Reuters
April 2, 2026From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover - Reuters
From international outcast to mediator in Iran war, Pakistan's remarkable makeover Reuters
April 2, 2026China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war - will it work?
It's a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?
April 1, 2026Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 - Reuters
Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 Reuters
March 30, 2026Shops and restaurants in Egypt told to close early as energy crisis deepens
Retail and dining premises will have to shut by 21:00 each night for the next month to conserve power.
March 28, 2026Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy - Reuters
Pakistan to host talks with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Egypt amid Iran war diplomacy Reuters
March 28, 2026Iran's military rejects Trump's talk of negotiation, Israel and Iran launch airstrikes - Reuters
Iran's military rejects Trump's talk of negotiation, Israel and Iran launch airstrikes Reuters
March 25, 2026Iran calls for regional coordination in calls with Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan - Reuters
Iran calls for regional coordination in calls with Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan Reuters
March 19, 2026Israeli forces kill four Palestinians in West Bank, Palestinian health authorities say - Reuters
Israeli forces kill four Palestinians in West Bank, Palestinian health authorities say Reuters
March 15, 2026Iran war deprives US farmers of affordable fertilizer as spring planting looms - Reuters
Iran war deprives US farmers of affordable fertilizer as spring planting looms Reuters
March 13, 2026Mission accomplished? The 2003 boast that haunts today's Iran conflict
The echoes between the conflicts are certainly there but there are also profound differences.
March 13, 2026Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup - Reuters
Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup Reuters
March 12, 2026Two US sailors injured after non-combat fire aboard carrier in Red Sea - Reuters
Two US sailors injured after non-combat fire aboard carrier in Red Sea Reuters
March 12, 2026Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - Reuters
Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options Reuters
March 12, 2026Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says - Reuters
Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says Reuters
March 7, 2026Indian Oil Corp books some oil cargoes from Red Sea, source says - Reuters
Indian Oil Corp books some oil cargoes from Red Sea, source says Reuters
March 7, 2026Maersk suspends two shipping services due to Middle East crisis - Reuters
Maersk suspends two shipping services due to Middle East crisis Reuters
March 6, 2026US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads
The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.
March 3, 2026Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base
The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by an Iranian missile on Sunday.
March 3, 2026Gaza fuel running short after Israel closes borders amid Iran war - Reuters
Gaza fuel running short after Israel closes borders amid Iran war Reuters
March 2, 2026Maersk reroutes some sailings around Africa due to 'unforeseen constraints' in Red Sea - Reuters
Maersk reroutes some sailings around Africa due to 'unforeseen constraints' in Red Sea Reuters
February 27, 2026US ambassador's Israel comments condemned by Arab and Muslim nations
Mike Huckabee suggested Israel would be justified in taking much of the Middle East on Biblical grounds.
February 22, 2026US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region - Reuters
US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region Reuters
February 22, 2026