Foreign ministers from Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, UAE, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey released a joint declaration criticizing Israel's military campaign in Gaza, particularly attacks on healthcare facilities, and warning that continued strikes threaten peace implementation efforts.
Emirates NBD Egypt has entered into definitive agreements to acquire the retail banking business of HSBC Bank Egypt, a transaction expected to generate approximately $0.3 billion pre-tax gain for HSBC Group and complete in the second half of 2027.
Two ships used for gas processing and storage caught fire at Egypt's Damietta port, with security sources reporting a drone strike on a US-owned tanker. Egypt's petroleum ministry confirmed the fire but did not mention a drone attack or specify a cause, stating no injuries occurred and port operations were expected to resume overnight.
Israel's security cabinet voted on July 26, 2026, to allow the 200-member International Stabilization Force into Gaza under Trump's ceasefire framework, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir casting the sole dissenting vote, one day before Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington.
A Liberian-flagged gas tanker sailing from Egypt to Ukraine was struck approximately 20 nautical miles off Romania's coast, injuring three crew members and igniting a fire. Romanian President Nicusor Dan said the attack was likely linked to Russia's war on Ukraine.
The Egyptian Football Association formally criticized refereeing and VAR decisions following their dramatic 3-2 round-of-16 defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, with Egypt's coach alleging the match was rigged to keep Messi and the world champions in the tournament. The controversy centers on a disallowed Egyptian goal that analysts say should have stood.
Argentina advanced in the 2026 World Cup after a controversial match against Egypt featuring disputed VAR decisions, with 39-year-old Lionel Messi leading a dramatic comeback. Egyptian players and coaches protested the officiating, calling the match 'rigged,' while questions about tournament legitimacy emerged amid ongoing controversies involving US President Donald Trump and FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.
Israeli military operations in Gaza City, Khan Younis, and other areas killed at least seven Palestinians, including a Hamas operative, an Egyptian aid worker, and a child, with more than 20 wounded. The attacks occurred amid what sources describe as continued violations of ceasefire terms.
Egyptian archaeologists have unveiled two significant finds: a well-preserved fourth-century Byzantine residential city with religious structures in the western desert, and ancient tombs near Alexandria. Additional excavations at the Bahariya Oasis temple complex revealed new inscriptions of Pharaoh Psamtik I.
Egypt national team manager Hossam Hassan displayed a Palestinian flag and dedicated his team's World Cup Round of 16 penalty shootout victory over Australia to the Palestinian people, prompting FIFA to issue a statement on the political gesture. Hassan said his "heart and soul" are with Palestinians and offered prayers for their martyrs.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off with opening matches ending in draws across multiple groups. Iran drew 2-2 with New Zealand in Los Angeles, Saudi Arabia held Uruguay to a draw in Miami, and Belgium settled for 1-1 with Egypt despite numerous chances.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi called on Israel to abandon plans to take control of 70 percent of Gaza during the G7 summit in France, where he also met with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines.
