Egypt’s Coptic Orthodox Church announces gradual reopening measures from Monday
Announcement was made in statement via Church’s official social media pages
40% of destinations worldwide have eased travel restrictions: UNWTO
In its latest analysis, the UNWTO said that a responsible restart in tourism activities is currently underway around the world. This comes as growing numbers of destinations ease COVID-19-related travel…
UAE announces operation of 1st Arab nuclear power plant
"We proudly witness start of Barakah nuclear power plant operations, in alignment with highest international safety standards," Abu Dhabi crown prince tweeted
Lebanese president urges army to protect Lebanon sovereignty
Aoun said that Lebanon is facing "numerous enemies," including COVID-19, corruption, and those who contributed to weakening the Lebanese pound
Fitch lowers US credit outlook to negative from stable
Fitch expected the US economy to contract by 5.6% in 2020 and recover by 4% in 2021, with the massive fiscal policy response averting a deeper downturn
Egypt reports 321 new coronavirus cases, 1,402 recoveries
Megahed said that 31 patients died from the respiratory disease in the past 24 hours, raising coronavirus death toll to 4,805.
Egypt’s FM discusses Libya crisis with UN chief
Shoukry affirmed Egypt's keenness to coordinate with United Nations Support Mission in Libya to push for a political solution based on Cairo Declaration
US teen arrested in alleged involvement in Twitter hack
"We appreciate the swift actions of law enforcement in this investigation and will continue to cooperate as the case progresses," Twitter said
Fauci “cautiously optimistic” about safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine in late fall, early winter
An experimental COVID-19 vaccine being developed by Fauci's agency and biotechnology company Moderna, known as mRNA-1273, started phase 3 clinical trial
Iraqi PM says early elections to be held on 6 June 2021
Last year, Iraqi parliament passed most of the elections draft, but differences remained on a few articles due to political row among the political blocs.