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Egyptian Lynx Crosses Border, Injures Israeli Soldiers in the Naqab Desert
A rare lynx attack on Israeli soldiers in the Naqab Desert has sparked widespread curiosity, raising questions about the animal’s unusual behavior and the incident’s possible symbolic significance. A rare incident involving a lynx attacking […]

Egypt Firmly Denies Claims of Relocating Palestinians to North Sinai
Egypt has categorically denied Israeli claims that it is planning to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to North Sinai, reaffirming its firm rejection of any attempt to displace Palestinians. Egypt has strongly refuted Israeli claims that […]

Egypt Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza as ‘Blatant Violation’ of Ceasefire
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Egypt criticized Israel’s renewed airstrikes on Gaza as a clear breach of the ceasefire, calling for urgent global action to prevent further violence. Egypt strongly condemned Israel’s renewed airstrikes on […]

Egypt Proposes UN Presence in Gaza, West Bank for Palestinian State
Egypt is pushing for an international presence in Gaza and the West Bank, proposing UN-backed peacekeeping forces to pave the way for Palestinian statehood and secure a lasting ceasefire. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty stated […]

Egypt, Hamas Welcome Trump’s Gaza Remarks, Urge Just Solution
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Egypt praised US President Donald Trump’s reversed position on the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, calling for a just and sustainable resolution to the Palestinian issue. Egypt has expressed appreciation […]

In a Show of Muslim Unity: OIC Adopts Egyptian Plan for Gaza Reconstruction
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has endorsed Egypt’s plan for the early recovery and reconstruction of Gaza, calling for an international fund to support orphans and aid the injured. The Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas […]

‘Gaza Belongs to Palestinian People’ – China Backs Arab Reconstruction Plan
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Wang said Beijing supported “the plan for restoring peace” in Gaza initiated by Egypt and other Arab countries. China has expressed its support for the Gaza reconstruction plan initiated by […]

Where Egypt’s Gaza Proposal Gets It Right And Wrong – Analysis
By Robert Inlakesh Unfortunately, the Arab leaderships are still caught in their own illusion that the world will return to the pre-October 7 reality, but it won’t. Endorsed by Arab rulers at a summit held […]

‘Dealing with the Matter’ – Katz Threatens Egypt Based on Internet Rumors
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that Israel will not tolerate any violations of the 1979 peace treaty with Egypt, citing unverified internet rumors about Egyptian military preparations. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that […]

‘Day-After’ Plan – Lieberman’s Calls for ‘Voluntary Migration’ of Palestinians to Sinai
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Israeli politician Avigdor Lieberman has proposed displacing Gazans to Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula as part of a post-war plan. In a recent opinion piece published in the Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem […]

Egypt: Phase II Negotiations ‘Will Be Difficult’, Gaza Reconstruction Plan Ready
Egypt calls for urgent negotiations on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, warns of challenges ahead, and announces a ready reconstruction plan amid Israel’s halt of aid to the Strip. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr […]

Guterres Warns of Critical Days for Gaza ceasefire, Will Join Arab Summit
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Guterres will attend the Extraordinary Summit of the League of Arab States in Cairo on Tuesday to discuss the reconstruction of Gaza. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday warned that […]

Cairo Dismisses Lapid’s Plan for Egyptian Control of Gaza
Egypt firmly rejects Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid’s proposal for it to administer Gaza for 15 years, reaffirming its support for Palestinian sovereignty. Egypt has confirmed its rejection of any proposals regarding its administration of […]

Sisi Urges End to Syrian Occupation, Rejects Gaza Displacement
Egyptian President Sisi calls for ending the occupation of Syrian territories and rejects Palestinian displacement from Gaza, while stressing regional stability and support for Iraq. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Tuesday called for an […]

Egypt to Host Arab Summit on Gaza Reconstruction amid US Plan Rejection
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Egypt’s emergency Arab summit on March 4 will focus on Gaza’s reconstruction while rejecting any plans for Palestinian displacement, amid rising opposition to Trump’s proposal. Egypt has confirmed it will […]

‘Israel is Threat to All Arab Nations’ – Ramzy Baroud Speaks to Egypt’s Al-Dostour
By Palestine Chronicle Staff In a wide-ranging interview with Egypt’s Al-Dostour newspaper, Ramzy Baroud asserts that “the Arabs have an opportunity to correct a historical mistake” and emphasizes the importance of unity. He argues […]

Hamas in Cairo as Israeli Sources Speak of ‘Breakthrough’ in Negotiations
Hamas announced that it would not release the detainees until Israel stops obstructing the agreement, returns to its commitments. A delegation from the Palestinian Resistance Movement Hamas, led by Khalil al-Hayya, has begun meetings in […]

‘Full Arab Consensus’ – Egypt Condemns Netanyahu’s Statements on Gaza
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Egypt condemned Netanyahu’s remarks on Gaza, rejecting displacement plans and reaffirming “full solidarity” with the Palestinian people. Egypt has condemned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent statements on Gaza, calling […]

Arab League Mobilizes for Emergency Summit on Palestinian Cause in Cairo
Egypt will host an emergency Arab summit on February 27, 2025, to discuss developments in Palestine, following consultations with Arab countries. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Sunday that Cairo will host an […]

Egyptian FM: Cairo Has ‘Clear Vision’ for Gaza Reconstruction without Displacement
“The Egyptian efforts regarding Gaza are ongoing and will not stop with regard to implementing the specific requirements of the ceasefire agreement in its three stages.” Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has said that Egypt has […]

Israel Withdraws from Rafah Crossing – 50 Patients Evacuated Daily
By Palestine Chronicle Staff The Israeli army has withdrawn from the Rafah crossing, allowing medical evacuations of 50 patients daily to Egypt, as part of the ceasefire agreement that took effect on January 19. […]

EU Resumes Rafah Mission as Egyptians Protest Trump’s Gaza Displacement Plan
By Palestine Chronicle Staff As the EU resumes its Rafah border mission, Egyptians protest Trump’s call to displace Palestinians from Gaza. The EU resumed its Rafah Border crossing mission on Friday connecting the southern […]

Hamas Delegation Meets Egyptian Officials over Gaza Ceasefire, Prisoner Swap
A senior Hamas delegation has arrived in Cairo to discuss implementing the Gaza ceasefire and a phased detainee exchange agreement with Israel. A senior Hamas delegation led by Mohamed Darwish, the head of the movement’s […]

‘Palestine is for Palestinians’ – Jordan Rejects Trump’s Call to Resettle Gaza Population
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Jordan firmly rejects any plans for the resettlement of Palestinians outside their homeland, emphasizing a solution must remain on Palestinian soil. Jordan has rejected any talk of the resettlement of […]

Gaza Management Committee – Egypt Receives Proposed Leadership Candidates
The list reportedly consists of independent national figures aimed at forming a committee to address the situation in the Gaza Strip. Egypt has received a list of proposed names for membership and leadership of a […]

Hamas Leaves Cairo – Israeli Sources Claim Progress on Minor Agreement
By Palestine Chronicle Staff Hamas has demanded a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and a complete cessation of hostilities as conditions for any agreement. A delegation from the Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas, led by […]

Renewing Its Rejection – Cairo Reiterates Position on Philadelphi Corridor
Egypt’s foreign minister met with the UN Deputy Secretary-General on the sidelines of the Cairo Ministerial Conference to Enhance the Humanitarian Response in Gaza. Egypt has renewed its rejection of Israeli military presence at the […]

‘Managing Gaza Affairs’ – Hamas-Fatah Talks in Cairo
An Egyptian source announced on Saturday evening the start of a meeting between the two Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas in Cairo. The purpose of the talks is to discuss the establishment of a committee […]

#BlockTheBoat – Alarm Raised as Cargo Ship Carrying Explosives for Israel Docks in Egypt
By Palestine Chronicle Staff A German-flagged shipping vessel, carrying explosive material destined for Israel, has reportedly docked in Egypt after being refused permission by several other ports along its route. According to ship-tracking website […]

Amid Tensions with Netanyahu – Egyptian Army Chief Makes Surprise Visit to Gaza Border
Khalifa emphasized the Egyptian Armed Forces’ primary mission of safeguarding the country’s borders across all strategic directions. The Egyptian Cairo News Channel reported on Thursday that the Chief of Staff of the Egyptian Army, Lieutenant […]