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Israel threatens to launch ground operation in Rafah before Ramadan
Israel threatens a ground operation in Rafah before the start of Ramadan if Hamas does not release the hostages.
Satellite images show large-scale construction along the border between Egypt and Gaza
Satellite images show that Egypt is conducting large-scale construction work along its border with Gaza to create an isolated buffer zone for possible Palestinian refugees. However, Egypt has publicly denied any such preparations.
Ukrainian gymnasts win gold and two silvers at the first stage of the World Cup in Cairo
Ukrainian gymnasts won a gold and two silvers at the first stage of the World Cup in Cairo, and judokas won gold and bronze at the Grand Slam tournament in Baku.
Israel to continue offensive on Rafah, ensuring evacuation of civilians - Netanyahu
Israel will continue its offensive on Rafah, while guaranteeing the evacuation of civilians, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
"In our Black Sea": Zelensky says more than 23 million tons of cargo have already been transported through the Ukrainian corridor
President Zelenskiy announced that since the start of the Ukrainian corridor, more than 23 million tons of cargo have been transported through the Black Sea without Russian assistance.
WSJ: Egypt starts building wall on Gaza border
Egypt is building a concrete wall along its border with Gaza to protect itself from potential refugees fleeing Israel's military operation against Hamas in Gaza.
Turkish President visits Egypt for the first time in a decade to discuss the situation in Gaza
Turkish President Erdogan visits Egyptian President al-Sisi in Cairo to discuss humanitarian aid for Gaza and efforts to end the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Residents of Bessarabia have changed their traditional pro-Russian vector to pro-Ukrainian - The Economist explains the reasons
Residents of Bessarabia have changed their traditional pro-Russian vector to pro-Ukrainian - The Economist explains the reasons.
The situation in the Red Sea has not yet affected the global economy - IMF
The IMF Managing Director said that although the shelling in the Red Sea is forcing ships to look for alternative routes, which increases costs, the situation does not have a significant impact on global economic growth forecasts.
International Dentist Day, Pizza Day. What else can be celebrated on February 9
Today, February 9, is the International Day of the Dentist. The creator of modern dentistry in the eighteenth century was the French physician Pierre Fauchard, who distinguished it as a separate medical specialty.
Netanyahu rejects Hamas' conditions for ceasefire in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Hamas' demands for the release of prisoners and other concessions as a condition for a ceasefire.
Suez Canal profits nearly halved due to Houthi attacks - Bloomberg
In January, revenues from the Suez Canal were almost halved due to attacks by Yemeni Houthis on ships in the Red Sea, forcing major shipping companies to avoid this waterway.
To the sound of sirens: Danube ports increased cargo transshipment sixfold in 2023
Last year, the cargo turnover of Odesa Region's ports more than tripled to over 32 million tons compared to pre-war levels, and the port of Izmail more than doubled to 20. 2 million tons.
South Africa announces that five countries have confirmed their accession to BRICS
South Africa has confirmed that Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates will join the BRICS, while Argentina declined the invitation.
Egyptian pyramid renovation project criticized by experts
Egypt has launched a controversial 3-year renovation of the Menkaura pyramid in Giza. The project was criticized by experts who called it "absurd" and violating the principles of renovation.
WP: Russia seeks new allies to undermine the West
Russia believes that its growing ties with China and emerging economies allow it to challenge the US-dominated financial system and the West. Russian documents indicate plans to undermine the dollar and create a new financial order that is not dominated by the United States.