Ahmed Hassan

Ahmed Hassan reports on Egyptian news with local expertise.

Israeli sources: Remains returned by Hamas not those of missing hostages

Ahmed Hassan

Israeli sources say the remains handed over by Hamas to Israel on Monday night do not belong to any of the missing deceased hostages. Forensic examination confirmed they are not among the 13 unaccounted-for hostages in Gaza. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to discuss Israel's potential response.

Egypt urges ceasefire in sudan as eu denounces rsf brutality after el-fasher capture

As fighting escalates in sudan and the rapid support forces seize el-fasher—the last sudanese army stronghold in darfur—regional and international calls for action intensify amid reports of mass atrocities against civilians. Egypt reaffirmed its support for the sudanese people and pushed for a ceasefire and humanitarian truce to enable aid access. The european union strongly condemned the rsf's brutal actions, warning of an impending humanitarian catastrophe.

Cbe governor attends future leaders graduation at ebi

Ahmed Hassan

Hassan Abdalla, governor of the Central Bank of Egypt and chairperson of the Egyptian Banking Institute, attended the graduation ceremony for four new cohorts of the Future Leaders programme at the EBI. The event included deputy governors and board members, marking the graduation of 93 young banking professionals. Abdalla expressed pride in the programme, launched three decades ago to nurture sector talent.

Investment minister sees GEM opening as milestone in cultural and economic progress

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan al-Khatib stated that the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) coincides with a notable boom Egypt is experiencing across all domains, creating positive global momentum toward Egypt. He emphasized this event's alignment with Egypt's leadership in global affairs and economic improvements.

Kuwaiti prime minister arrives in Cairo for economic talks

Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah arrived in Cairo on Wednesday for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in various economic sectors. He was greeted by his Egyptian counterpart, Mostafa Madbouly, at Cairo International Airport. The two leaders are scheduled to co-chair an expanded session to discuss shared interests and ways to enhance cooperation across fields.

Egyptian PM welcomes Kuwaiti counterpart at Cairo airport

Ahmed Hassan

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly welcomed his Kuwaiti counterpart Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah at Cairo International Airport on Wednesday evening, October 29, 2025. The Kuwaiti leader arrived heading a high-level delegation, and the two are set to co-chair an expanded meeting tomorrow to discuss mutual concerns. An official reception ceremony was held in the presence of Egyptian and Kuwaiti officials.

 

 

 

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