Egypt

Two passenger trains collided near Cairo, killing seven people and injuring 112. The prosecutor's office is investigating the cause of the accident.

On Thursday, at least 12 European flights received bomb threats. No explosives were found; several planes were diverted, and the threats were described as coordinated.

The digital restoration of seals confirmed that Merneith was Egypt’s full-fledged ruler. She reigned for about 30 years before the Giza pyramids.

Putin promised Ghana's president to ban the recruitment of its citizens into the Russian army. Earlier, 62 Ghanaians were killed in the war.

November 2 marks the international days for the protection of journalists, vitiligo awareness, and stress awareness. Believers honor the martyrs.

Ukraine imposed sanctions against 10 companies, 19 Russians, and 39 shadow fleet vessels. The restrictions are intended, among other things, to thwart the creation of "Rassvet".

On October 22, the world observes Stuttering Awareness Day, Seal Protection Day, and CAPS LOCK Day. The faithful honor Saint Abercius and the Seven Youths.

Cairo is ready to defend Saudi Arabia and other Arab states against Houthi attacks. Egypt does not plan offensive operations in Yemen.

In Ukraine, Breast Cancer Awareness Day is observed, while around the world, Statistics Day, World Osteoporosis Day, and International Chefs Day are marked. The faithful honor Saint Artemius.

In Frankfurt, a 3rd-century silver amulet bearing a prayer to Jesus was deciphered. The find demonstrates the permeability of the boundaries of early Christianity.

Brent fell to $107. 88, while WTI fell to $100.25 per barrel. Investors are assessing a possible increase in Russian fuel exports.

A fire broke out on the San Marino-flagged vessel Wide Trader near Sulina. Four people have been rescued, while the search for eight others is still underway.

The merchant vessel Azov Concord was hit in the Black Sea near Bulgaria: 11 crew members are missing, while five others were rescued.

The Ukrainian duo placed third in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team event. This is Ukraine’s first medal of the 2026 season.

Egyptian underwater archaeologists discovered a bronze ring depicting the Lighthouse of Alexandria. The artifact was likely used as a seal.

Twelve people were killed and more than 300 injured in a missile strike on Riyadh Airport. Trump said the United States might intervene.

Kyiv is considering five ceasefire formats: Ukrainian, Indian, Turkish, Egyptian, and American. Steps by Russia are needed to launch them.

India proposed the broadest ceasefire format. Kyiv is ready for simultaneous energy and Black Sea ceasefires, as well as a ceasefire along the front.

Riyadh is preparing a new offensive against the Houthis and is requesting military support from France, the United Kingdom and Germany. Saudi Arabia is also offering to protect Bab el-Mandeb.

The mural in Tahrir Square was painted over ahead of Xi Jinping’s visit amid controversy over the depiction of the pharaohs. The design was created with the help of ChatGPT.

The talks involving Turkey, the UN and mediators are scheduled for early October. The initiative is intended to protect grain shipments and ports.

Qatar's initiative has not brought the US and Iran any closer to a compromise. The sides are increasingly contemplating a resumption of the military conflict.

Large-scale fighting has resumed in Ethiopia between the army and the TPLF. The escalation could draw in Eritrea and threaten key trade routes.

Ukraine is planning a meeting with the United States and Russia in October. They will discuss ending the war, strikes on energy infrastructure, and shipping security.

A Roman tomb with ancient Egyptian scenes and a Greek inscription about Pisechtus was discovered in the Dakhla Oasis. A coin of Constantine was found inside.

Egypt, India, Turkey, and Middle Eastern countries proposed unblocking the Black Sea. Ukraine is awaiting Russia's response.

The Office of the President said that the Ukrainian delegation is returning to Ukraine. The media reported on possible talks regarding an energy truce.

Russia cut September wheat exports to 347,000 tonnes, compared with 1. 3 million tonnes last year. Shipments through Novorossiysk fell 9.6-fold.

Researchers recorded new underground anomalies near KV62, including a possible corridor two meters wide. The discovery supports the hypothesis of a Nefertiti complex.

The attacks have reduced grain supplies from Ukraine and Russia, pushing wheat prices to a three-year high. The EU warns of a global crisis.