Middle East
Likud Party Holds Primary as Netanyahu Consolidates Power
Israel's Likud party held internal primaries with members having reduced influence over parliamentary slate placement under Netanyahu's control, while Trump expressed reluctance to endorse the PM despite potential future support.
Egyptian Real Estate Expansion Drives Investment Growth
Al Rehab Developments is expanding its investment portfolio in Egypt's real estate market with a focus on Sadat City, committing approximately 5 billion Egyptian pounds to new projects. The company aims to position Egyptian real estate as a global export hub.
Egypt Modernizes Textile Industry with Private Sector Partnership
Egypt's government is advancing plans to modernize the state-owned textile company through increased private sector involvement. The initiative aims to restore Egyptian cotton to its former global prominence. Separately, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates have discussed strengthening cooperation in renewable energy.
Egypt Invests in Battery Energy Storage Infrastructure
Egypt is expanding its energy storage capacity through battery systems integrated into the national grid and constructing a pumped-storage hydropower facility in South Sinai. The country is also establishing a major manufacturing plant for advanced battery energy storage systems, positioning itself as a regional leader in energy storage technology.
Egyptian Real Estate Sector Targets Major Investment Growth
Al Rehab Developments investing five billion pounds in Egyptian real estate expansion. Private developers targeting Sadat City alongside technology-driven sector positioning as economic growth engine.
Jerusalem Reform Synagogue Vandalized in Hate Attack
Kol HaNeshama Reform synagogue in Jerusalem was vandalized during the Sabbath with Pride flags torn down. No congregants were present during the attack; Israeli legislator Gilad Kariv condemned the perpetrators as incited hooligans.
Seven-Year-Old Stabbed to Death in Israel
Child Hillel Mordechai Dadon was fatally stabbed during his birthday celebration in Beit Shemesh, Israel, and a 4-year-old cousin was seriously wounded. A 25-year-old neighbor was arrested; police ruled out terrorism.
Egypt Accelerates Offshore Gas Development
Egypt's Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi has ordered faster development of the Harmattan offshore gas field to boost domestic energy supplies. The minister emphasized the need for advanced exploration technologies during a site visit.
Prayer Books Permitted on Temple Mount First Time
Jewish worshipers reportedly brought prayer books (siddurim) onto the Temple Mount for the first time, with police permission confirmed by far-right officials. The move marks a significant shift in access to the site sacred to multiple religions.