Egypt

“It’s pretty stunning, to be honest. I mean, and the reasoning behind it is that it’s a gay group,” said Rich Campbell, the CEO of Atlantis Events chartering the cruise.

The discovery helps “highlight the cultural diversity witnessed by the Egyptian oases throughout different historical periods," said Egyptian Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy.

Sources familiar with the details said the meetings were part of a “strategic dialogue” focusing on the two countries' common interests in the region. 

"We played like heroes, but Israel - meaning FIFA and the referees - had something to say about it, and we couldn't overcome these circumstances," said Egyptian commentator Mohammed Nour.

Egypt’s vast new command complex has drawn Israeli scrutiny, but security coordination, Gaza border interests, and the 1979 peace treaty still give both countries strong reasons to avoid a rupture.

Gaza Board of Peace: 'Assessment will be guided by actions, not promises' • Hamas says move made to facilitate handover of administrative powers to technocratic committee

Egypt opened its new Octagon Strategic Command Headquarters, presenting the huge military center as a symbol of modernization and Cairo’s growing influence in the region.

BEHIND THE LINES: Turkey, Qatar, and Pakistan are emerging as a powerful bloc - an alliance openly opposed to Israel.

“My heart and soul are with them,” he said post-game. “May God have mercy on their martyrs. I dedicate this victory to the Egyptian people and to the Palestinian people, the good and noble people."

The temple dates back to Egypt’s 26th Dynasty, the last native dynasty of ancient Egypt before the Persian conquest in 525 BCE.