Egypt Purchases 24 Rafale Fighter Jets from France for \$5.2 Billion
On February 16, 2015, Egypt purchased 24 Rafale fighter jets from France for \$5.2 billion, marking the Rafale's first international sale and a significant achievement for Dassault Aviation, following negotiations between French President Hollande and Egyptian President al-Sissi.
Egypt Purchases 24 Rafale Fighter Jets from France for \$5.2 Billion
On February 16, 2015, Egypt purchased 24 Rafale fighter jets from France for \$5.2 billion, marking the Rafale's first international sale and a significant achievement for Dassault Aviation, following negotiations between French President Hollande and Egyptian President al-Sissi.
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36% Bias Score
Menendez Sentenced to 15 Years for Corruption
Former New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez received a 15-year prison sentence for bribery and influence peddling, benefiting Egypt and Qatar, alongside 10 and 9-year sentences for his co-defendants, Wael Hana and Fred Daibes, respectively, for crimes involving hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash...
Menendez Sentenced to 15 Years for Corruption
Former New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez received a 15-year prison sentence for bribery and influence peddling, benefiting Egypt and Qatar, alongside 10 and 9-year sentences for his co-defendants, Wael Hana and Fred Daibes, respectively, for crimes involving hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash...
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32% Bias Score
Eastern Mediterranean Summit: Greece, Cyprus, Egypt Condemn Turkey's Actions
Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt held a trilateral summit in Cairo, issuing strong statements emphasizing adherence to international law to counter Turkey's destabilizing actions in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on energy security, migration, and regional stability.
Eastern Mediterranean Summit: Greece, Cyprus, Egypt Condemn Turkey's Actions
Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt held a trilateral summit in Cairo, issuing strong statements emphasizing adherence to international law to counter Turkey's destabilizing actions in the Eastern Mediterranean, focusing on energy security, migration, and regional stability.
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48% Bias Score
US Redirects $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its army against Hezbollah and enforce the ceasefire with Israel, due to concerns over human rights in Egypt.
US Redirects $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its army against Hezbollah and enforce the ceasefire with Israel, due to concerns over human rights in Egypt.
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40% Bias Score
New Evidence Suggests Looting of Tutankhamun's Tomb
Bob Brier's book alleges that Howard Carter, discoverer of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, may have looted artifacts before the official opening, gifting some to his friend, raising ethical questions about archaeological practices and highlighting controversies surrounding the tomb's discovery.
New Evidence Suggests Looting of Tutankhamun's Tomb
Bob Brier's book alleges that Howard Carter, discoverer of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, may have looted artifacts before the official opening, gifting some to his friend, raising ethical questions about archaeological practices and highlighting controversies surrounding the tomb's discovery.
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16% Bias Score
Egypt and US Discuss Gaza Ceasefire and Syrian Transition
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke on October 29th, 2024, about the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza, where 45,805 Palestinians have been killed and 109,064 injured since October 7th, and the political transition in Syria following the fall of ...
Egypt and US Discuss Gaza Ceasefire and Syrian Transition
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke on October 29th, 2024, about the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza, where 45,805 Palestinians have been killed and 109,064 injured since October 7th, and the political transition in Syria following the fall of ...
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44% Bias Score
Herzog's Cyprus Visit Underscores Regional Coordination Amid Syrian Crisis
Following a trilateral summit in Cairo, Israeli President Herzog visited Cyprus, reflecting regional coordination regarding Syria's political transition and the need for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. This highlights concerns about minority rights and potential shifts in regional alliances,...
Herzog's Cyprus Visit Underscores Regional Coordination Amid Syrian Crisis
Following a trilateral summit in Cairo, Israeli President Herzog visited Cyprus, reflecting regional coordination regarding Syria's political transition and the need for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean. This highlights concerns about minority rights and potential shifts in regional alliances,...
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36% Bias Score
Greece, Egypt, Cyprus Strengthen Ties to Counter Turkey's Influence
The leaders of Greece, Egypt, and Cyprus agreed on closer coordination to counter Turkey's influence in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East, promoting energy cooperation (including the GRETE project), and addressing migration challenges, while emphasizing international law in maritime zones.
Greece, Egypt, Cyprus Strengthen Ties to Counter Turkey's Influence
The leaders of Greece, Egypt, and Cyprus agreed on closer coordination to counter Turkey's influence in the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East, promoting energy cooperation (including the GRETE project), and addressing migration challenges, while emphasizing international law in maritime zones.
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44% Bias Score
Lebanon Extradities Activist to UAE Amid Human Rights Concerns
Lebanon extradited Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi to the UAE on Tuesday despite Amnesty International's warnings of potential human rights abuses, following his criticism of the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
Lebanon Extradities Activist to UAE Amid Human Rights Concerns
Lebanon extradited Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi to the UAE on Tuesday despite Amnesty International's warnings of potential human rights abuses, following his criticism of the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia.
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36% Bias Score
US Diverts $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its armed forces, counter terrorism, and secure the Levant region, following congressional concerns over Egypt's human rights record; the funds were originally allocated to Egypt with human rights c...
US Diverts $95 Million in Military Aid from Egypt to Lebanon
The Biden administration is diverting $95 million in military aid from Egypt to Lebanon to strengthen its armed forces, counter terrorism, and secure the Levant region, following congressional concerns over Egypt's human rights record; the funds were originally allocated to Egypt with human rights c...
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40% Bias Score
New Orleans Terrorist Attack: 14 Dead, FBI Investigates
On January 1, 2025, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Army veteran, drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring dozens; the FBI is investigating his prior trips to Egypt and Canada and possible associates.
New Orleans Terrorist Attack: 14 Dead, FBI Investigates
On January 1, 2025, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old Army veteran, drove a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 and injuring dozens; the FBI is investigating his prior trips to Egypt and Canada and possible associates.
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40% Bias Score
Spousal Abuse and Abandonment Plague Egyptian Breast Cancer Patients
A study in Egypt reveals that 31% of women diagnosed with breast cancer experience spousal abandonment, 17% divorce, and 3% physical abuse, highlighting the devastating societal impacts exacerbated by misinformation and cultural norms.
Spousal Abuse and Abandonment Plague Egyptian Breast Cancer Patients
A study in Egypt reveals that 31% of women diagnosed with breast cancer experience spousal abandonment, 17% divorce, and 3% physical abuse, highlighting the devastating societal impacts exacerbated by misinformation and cultural norms.
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56% Bias Score