Egypt
4 LAS News stories tagged “Egypt”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Abdul El‑Sayed Becomes First Muslim U.S. Senator, Sparks Mixed Reactions in Egypt
Michigan Democrat Abdul El‑Sayed won a U.S. Senate seat, becoming the first Muslim elected to the chamber. His criticism of Egypt has muted official celebration, though many Egyptians still celebrated his victory.
LAS News Desk · 5 Nov 2026, 19:45 WAT · 3 sources
Egypt Court Orders Closure of Mada Masr, Fines Editor Lina Attalah
An Egyptian court fined Lina Attalah 3 million Egyptian pounds and ordered the shutdown of the independent news site Mada Masr after finding it operated without a licence. The ruling has been condemned by rights groups as a severe blow to press freedom.
LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 02:16 WAT · 4 sources
Egypt’s parliament authorises military support for Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
Egyptian lawmakers gave President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi a two‑thirds majority vote to deploy military aid to Saudi Arabia, following a request to defend the kingdom against Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The decision could bring Egypt closer to the regional conflict.
LAS News Desk · 26 Oct 2026, 17:47 WAT · 5 sources
Libyan PM Dbeibah Signals Willingness to Discuss Maritime Boundaries with Egypt
Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah said Libya is ready to address Egypt’s concerns over Mediterranean maritime boundaries after Egypt rejected a Libya‑Turkey agreement. The call with Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad follows a long‑standing dispute over sea‑territory claims.
LAS News Desk · 25 Oct 2026, 06:45 WAT · 2 sources