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military conflicts Feb 4, 2026, 9:37 PM
Sinkhole swallows petrol station, injures customers in Cairo
  • On February 2, 2026, a large sinkhole opened at a petrol station in Cairo, pulling customers and the station itself into a 15-metre-deep crater.
  • Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as some fled while others looked into the hole; two people were injured and taken to the hospital.
  • Investigations suggest that nearby excavation work may have destabilized the ground, leading to this frightening incident.
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Drone attack in Sudan leaves dozens dead amid ongoing civil war
military conflicts Feb 4, 2026, 12:51 AM
Drone attack in Sudan leaves dozens dead amid ongoing civil war
  • A drone attack occurred in Sudan, targeting displaced families and resulting in 24 confirmed fatalities.
  • The incident highlights the ongoing humanitarian crisis tied to Sudan's civil war and the impact of regional interventions.
  • The conflict has continued to escalate, making urgent international responses crucial to protect civilians.
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Sisi meets Trump at Davos amid critical global discussions
politics Jan 20, 2026, 11:07 AM
Sisi meets Trump at Davos amid critical global discussions
  • U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to meet Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the World Economic Forum in Davos today.
  • This meeting follows previous discussions aimed at addressing the war in Gaza and Egypt's disputes over dam issues with Ethiopia.
  • The outcomes of these meetings could significantly influence key international relations and agreements.
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Thousands of ISIS detainees escape amid chaotic government handover in Syria
military conflicts Jan 20, 2026, 7:56 AM
Thousands of ISIS detainees escape amid chaotic government handover in Syria
  • Local residents broke free around 200 ISIS detainees during a transfer of control in Al-Shaddadi prison.
  • The Syrian government reported that 81 escapees have been recaptured so far, while Kurdish sources claimed about 1,500 escaped.
  • The chaotic transfer highlights ongoing tensions and instability in the region's governance and security management.
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Senior Hamas commander killed in latest Israeli airstrikes
military conflicts Jan 16, 2026, 3:56 AM
Senior Hamas commander killed in latest Israeli airstrikes
  • On January 15, 2026, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed a senior Hamas figure and six others.
  • Among the casualties was Mohammed Al-Holy, a local commander in Hamas's armed wing.
  • Hamas condemned the airstrikes, framing them as violations of the ceasefire and a threat to peace efforts.
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Israeli fire kills three Palestinians amid rising tensions in Gaza
military conflicts Jan 11, 2026, 12:59 PM
Israeli fire kills three Palestinians amid rising tensions in Gaza
  • Israeli fire killed three Palestinians in two incidents in Gaza.
  • Tensions have risen despite a ceasefire agreed between Israel and Hamas.
  • Calls for international mediation have increased due to ongoing violence.
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Egyptian restoration project revitalizes historic Cairo neighborhood
business Nov 19, 2025, 4:38 PM
Egyptian restoration project revitalizes historic Cairo neighborhood
  • Egyptian restorers are disassembling and rebuilding historic homes in the Darb al-Labbana neighbourhood.
  • The project aims to preserve the area's architectural heritage while providing modern infrastructure for residents.
  • This restoration is part of a broader initiative to demonstrate the value of preserving historic districts rather than demolishing them.
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