US envoy Jared Kushner held a rare direct meeting with Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt, pushing the group to take real, tangible steps toward disarmament under Trump's 15-point Gaza peace plan. Hamas reaffirmed its commitment, though it's asking the Board of Peace to "compel" Israel to accept the plan too, since PM Netanyahu rejected the roadmap just last week, calling it "unacceptable." Kushner is set to meet Netanyahu next to discuss what Israel must do in return.


Kushner meets Hamas chief in Egypt, presses for real steps on disarmament 

A Hamas delegation held talks with the Egyptian Intelligence Chief in Cairo on Sunday, in an attempt to address Israeli violations and ensure implementation of an agreed roadmap in Gaza. The delegation is being led by Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya, and the meeting was held in the Egyptian city of El-Alamein. This comes just ahead of US President Donald Trump’s envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner talking with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi about the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire.The Hamas official says talks will cover “the latest developments in the negotiations and the efforts being made to compel Israel to abide by the agreement, which includes the 15-point roadmap, and to begin its implementation.”“The delegation will brief Egyptian officials on Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement, and Hayya will emphasise the movement’s commitment and readiness to implement the agreement as soon as Israel announces its commitment to it.”The meeting between the US President's envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner in the Mediterranean city of El-Alamein “emphasised the need for all parties to fulfil their obligations under the Gaza Strip ceasefire agreement” reached in October 2025, says spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy in a statement.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kfc-mangaluru-raid-spoiled-chicken-expired-oil-1786879521760">KFC Mangaluru outlet sealed after complaint of spoiled and foul-smelling chicken</a>According to AFP, a meeting is also being arranged between the Hamas negotiating delegation, the Board of Peace’s high representative for Gaza, Nickolay Mladenov, and US officials. This is likely to be held later in the week to discuss hurdles related to the agreement.&nbsp;"Mediators informed Hamas that US envoy Jared Kushner will hold a meeting with the Hamas leadership, in the presence of Egyptian and Qatari officials, before Kushner travels to Israel to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu," said one of the Hamas sources, requesting anonymity to discuss the sensitive diplomacy.Under the proposed US President Donald Trump's 15-point peace roadmap, Hamas previously indicated a readiness to hand over its weapons to a nascent technical committee tasked with governing Gaza. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the framework, insisting that Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed. Conversely, Hamas negotiators have also stated they will not take steps toward disarmament before a complete Israeli military withdrawal.

Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya is meeting Egyptian intelligence officials as US envoy Jared Kushner holds talks with President el-Sissi on the Gaza ceasefire.

A Hamas delegation held talks with the Egyptian Intelligence Chief in Cairo on Sunday, in an attempt to address Israeli violations and ensure implementation of an agreed roadmap in Gaza. The delegation is being led by Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya, and the meeting was held in the Egyptian city of El-Alamein. This comes just ahead of US President Donald Trump’s envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner talking with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi about the implementation of the Gaza ceasefire. The Hamas official says talks will cover “the latest developments in the negotiations and the efforts being made to compel Israel to abide by the agreement, which includes the 15-point roadmap, and to begin its implementation.” “The delegation will brief Egyptian officials on Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement, and Hayya will emphasise the movement’s commitment and readiness to implement the agreement as soon as Israel announces its commitment to it.” The meeting between the US President's envoy and son-in-law Jared Kushner in the Mediterranean city of El-Alamein “emphasised the need for all parties to fulfil their obligations under the Gaza Strip ceasefire agreement” reached in October 2025, says spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy in a statement. Also Read: KFC Mangaluru outlet sealed after complaint of spoiled and foul-smelling chicken According to AFP, a meeting is also being arranged between the Hamas negotiating delegation, the Board of Peace’s high representative for Gaza, Nickolay Mladenov, and US officials. This is likely to be held later in the week to discuss hurdles related to the agreement. "Mediators informed Hamas that US envoy Jared Kushner will hold a meeting with the Hamas leadership, in the presence of Egyptian and Qatari officials, before Kushner travels to Israel to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu," said one of the Hamas sources, requesting anonymity to discuss the sensitive diplomacy. Under the proposed US President Donald Trump's 15-point peace roadmap, Hamas previously indicated a readiness to hand over its weapons to a nascent technical committee tasked with governing Gaza. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the framework, insisting that Israeli forces will not withdraw until Hamas is fully disarmed. Conversely, Hamas negotiators have also stated they will not take steps toward disarmament before a complete Israeli military withdrawal.

Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya is meeting Egyptian intelligence officials as US envoy Jared Kushner holds talks with President el-Sissi on the Gaza ceasefire.

Hamas delegation meets Egyptian spy chief as US envoy Jared Kushner holds Gaza ceasefire talks

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Egypt is also expected to join the Makkah Defence Agreement signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan on August 7. He described Cairo as a “natural partner”. &nbsp;Turkey wants this coalition to grow and bring other nations into it.“Under our president’s vision, we should not remain limited to three countries. We should grow and, if necessary, bring all countries under this umbrella,” said Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan while speaking to Turkish Anadolu News Agency.Egypt's inlcusion into the alliance would definitely increase the weight of the coalition, as it is closest to Israeli territory. It already shares strong military ties with Turkey despite previous tension over the 2013 Egyptian military's overthrow of President Mohamed Morsi.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mamata-banerjee-car-attack-north-24-parganas-1786277620247">Mamata Banerjee's car attacked in West Bengal while meeting family of TMC worker who died in police custody</a>"Egypt is already our natural partner on all issues. I believe that at the next stage Egypt will also be among us in the alliance. We already act toward one another as if we were alliance members. There are a few technical issues. Once these are implemented, there is no reason for Egypt not to be part of it," said Fidan. He further added that neither Pakistan nor Saudi Arabia has any objection to Egyptian inclusion.&nbsp;The nature of the agreement still remains undefined, despite having NATO's Article 5-like stipulation where an attack on any one of the three states would be treated as an attack on all of them. But unlike NATO, this seems to have more room for political manoeuvring, as it's rather a passive defensive arrangement with no existing bureaucracy and financing architecture. This would suit Egypt well for its aid relationship with Washington.&nbsp;

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says Egypt is expected to join the Makkah Defence Agreement with Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said that Egypt is also expected to join the Makkah Defence Agreement signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan on August 7. He described Cairo as a “natural partner”. Turkey wants this coalition to grow and bring other nations into it. “Under our president’s vision, we should not remain limited to three countries. We should grow and, if necessary, bring all countries under this umbrella,” said Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan while speaking to Turkish Anadolu News Agency. Egypt's inlcusion into the alliance would definitely increase the weight of the coalition, as it is closest to Israeli territory. It already shares strong military ties with Turkey despite previous tension over the 2013 Egyptian military's overthrow of President Mohamed Morsi. Also Read: Mamata Banerjee's car attacked in West Bengal while meeting family of TMC worker who died in police custody "Egypt is already our natural partner on all issues. I believe that at the next stage Egypt will also be among us in the alliance. We already act toward one another as if we were alliance members. There are a few technical issues. Once these are implemented, there is no reason for Egypt not to be part of it," said Fidan. He further added that neither Pakistan nor Saudi Arabia has any objection to Egyptian inclusion. The nature of the agreement still remains undefined, despite having NATO's Article 5-like stipulation where an attack on any one of the three states would be treated as an attack on all of them. But unlike NATO, this seems to have more room for political manoeuvring, as it's rather a passive defensive arrangement with no existing bureaucracy and financing architecture. This would suit Egypt well for its aid relationship with Washington.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says Egypt is expected to join the Makkah Defence Agreement with Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Turkey says Egypt could join Makkah Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia, Pakistan

A discovery in Egypt is throwing light on how the pyramids were built thousands of years ago. A massive engineering system has been discovered next to the Red Pyramid, located a few kilometres outside Cairo, that appears to be dams. The protrusions here have been known about for decades, but were believed to be naturally occurring and used as a stone-transport route. But now a study led by Cairo University and published in Nature states that it is a colossal hydraulic system that was used to build the pyramids.<h2>Roles of the Dam in Construction and Daily Operations</h2>The dam system trapped sediment and captured floodwater while regulating its flow. The structure consists of two dams, a reservoir, a diversion canal and a triangular spillway. Scientists say the latter could be the earliest advanced spillway in ancient Egypt. The team believes that the dam helped in the process in several ways. The controlled water flow helped move heavy cargo near the pyramid. The water was also used to prepare mortar, and the dam itself safeguarded the under-construction pyramids from floods. The workers also relied on this water for their needs.&nbsp;If the theory is true, it would mean Egyptians had the technology to develop complex water engineering 4,500 years ago. However, it is hard to say for sure that the recently uncovered structure is linked to the Red Pyramid. Excavation and dating would be needed to learn the age of the dam system. The Red Pyramid is 4,600 years old and located in Dahshur. It was built during the time of pharaoh Sneferu of Egypt's Fourth Dynasty.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/5-000-year-old-secret-tombs-unearthed-in-egypt-pyramid-origin-1783084547283">5,000-year-old secret tombs unearthed in Egypt may finally reveal how pyramids began</a><h2>Dimensions, Alignment, and True Purpose of the Structures</h2>The dam system has two formations that extend approximately 1,970 to 2,300 feet from one side of the valley to the other. Researchers carried out topographical reconstructions, which showed the structures are approximately 49 to 98 feet wide at their bases. Around 20 to 23 feet of them are visible above the present valley floor, while a major portion is under the sand. They are not in tune with the natural travel route through the valley. Located squarely in the drainage path, both structures sit exactly where flood-retention barriers ought to go.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/egypt-pyramids-age-origin-construction-study-1769684617337">Egypt's pyramids could be 40,000 years old, controversial study suggests</a>&nbsp;Till now, the eastern structure was believed to be used as a road used to transport limestone for the Red Pyramid, while the western one was just seen as a natural rise. But the latest study shows that they worked in tandem as a two-stage water and sediment management system. The upper structure worked as a check dam, filtering out rocks and sediments from flood waters.&nbsp;The clean water moved to the second formation, which likely was the main retention dam. Between them, an intermediate reservoir spanning approximately 21 acres would have held an estimated 61 million gallons of water. However, its capacity could have been double this estimate.<h2>The Two-Stage Reservoir System and "Duckbill" Spillway &nbsp;</h2>Satellite images have in the past captured a large zigzagging or triangular section at the centre of the western structure which didn't seem to be part of a transport route. It was identified as a "duckbill" spillway which fits a much longer crest into a narrow footprint, allowing it to release far more floodwater than a straight wall could. The crest would have been 656 feet long and 13 to 23 feet high. It could have released more than twice as much water as a straight spillway, which reduced the risk of floodwater pouring uncontrollably over the top of the dam.

An engineering system has been unearthed near one of the oldest pyramids in Egypt, which researchers think helped build the structures in multiple ways. The discovery was made in Dahshur, where two structures had been hiding in plain sight for years.

A discovery in Egypt is throwing light on how the pyramids were built thousands of years ago. A massive engineering system has been discovered next to the Red Pyramid, located a few kilometres outside Cairo, that appears to be dams. The protrusions here have been known about for decades, but were believed to be naturally occurring and used as a stone-transport route. But now a study led by Cairo University and published in Nature states that it is a colossal hydraulic system that was used to build the pyramids. Roles of the Dam in Construction and Daily Operations The dam system trapped sediment and captured floodwater while regulating its flow. The structure consists of two dams, a reservoir, a diversion canal and a triangular spillway. Scientists say the latter could be the earliest advanced spillway in ancient Egypt. The team believes that the dam helped in the process in several ways. The controlled water flow helped move heavy cargo near the pyramid. The water was also used to prepare mortar, and the dam itself safeguarded the under-construction pyramids from floods. The workers also relied on this water for their needs. If the theory is true, it would mean Egyptians had the technology to develop complex water engineering 4,500 years ago. However, it is hard to say for sure that the recently uncovered structure is linked to the Red Pyramid. Excavation and dating would be needed to learn the age of the dam system. The Red Pyramid is 4,600 years old and located in Dahshur. It was built during the time of pharaoh Sneferu of Egypt's Fourth Dynasty. Also Read: 5,000-year-old secret tombs unearthed in Egypt may finally reveal how pyramids began Dimensions, Alignment, and True Purpose of the Structures The dam system has two formations that extend approximately 1,970 to 2,300 feet from one side of the valley to the other. Researchers carried out topographical reconstructions, which showed the structures are approximately 49 to 98 feet wide at their bases. Around 20 to 23 feet of them are visible above the present valley floor, while a major portion is under the sand. They are not in tune with the natural travel route through the valley. Located squarely in the drainage path, both structures sit exactly where flood-retention barriers ought to go. Also Read: Egypt's pyramids could be 40,000 years old, controversial study suggests Till now, the eastern structure was believed to be used as a road used to transport limestone for the Red Pyramid, while the western one was just seen as a natural rise. But the latest study shows that they worked in tandem as a two-stage water and sediment management system. The upper structure worked as a check dam, filtering out rocks and sediments from flood waters. The clean water moved to the second formation, which likely was the main retention dam. Between them, an intermediate reservoir spanning approximately 21 acres would have held an estimated 61 million gallons of water. However, its capacity could have been double this estimate. The Two-Stage Reservoir System and "Duckbill" Spillway Satellite images have in the past captured a large zigzagging or triangular section at the centre of the western structure which didn't seem to be part of a transport route. It was identified as a "duckbill" spillway which fits a much longer crest into a narrow footprint, allowing it to release far more floodwater than a straight wall could. The crest would have been 656 feet long and 13 to 23 feet high. It could have released more than twice as much water as a straight spillway, which reduced the risk of floodwater pouring uncontrollably over the top of the dam.

An engineering system has been unearthed near one of the oldest pyramids in Egypt, which researchers think helped build the structures in multiple ways. The discovery was made in Dahshur, where two structures had been hiding in plain sight for years.

Overlooked for decades, two Egyptian structures buried under sand may have helped build pyramids

The conflict between Iran and the United States continues to intensify as Iran's military claims it has launched drone strikes against U.S. military facilities in Kuwait, targeting the Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base as part of the latest phase of its military operation.

According to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the attacks targeted fighter jet shelters, satellite communication systems, and logistics facilities. The IRGC has also released images claiming damage to the Al Azraq Air Base in Jordan, alleging that several American F-35 fighter jets were destroyed or damaged. However, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has disputed these claims, saying all incoming missiles were intercepted and no aircraft or military equipment was damaged.

Iran's Launches Fire on U.S. Bases in Jordan & Kuwait | U.S. CENTCOM Denies Attack & Damage

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi says authorities are investigating the drone attack on two vessels at Damietta Port, warning that the incident highlights the risks of wider regional escalation. He called for coordinated international action to prevent further instability, while Yemen's Houthi movement denied any involvement in the attack.


Egypt assesses response after drone strike damages two gas vessels

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi says authorities are investigating the drone attack on two vessels at Damietta Port, warning that the incident highlights the risks of wider regional escalation. He called for coordinated international action to prevent further instability, while Yemen's Houthi movement denied any involvement in the attack.

Egypt President Sisi calls for Int'l action to halt conflict escalation

Egypt is caught in a precarious geopolitical squeeze, balancing delicate diplomatic relations while facing severe economic fallout from escalating conflicts in West Asia. With vital revenue streams from the Suez Canal plunging due to regional maritime security threats, soaring energy import bills, and mounting pressure from international financial frameworks, Cairo faces an immense fiscal price for a wider war.


Egypt's balancing act & price for a wider war in West Asia

The West Asia conflict has taken a dangerous new turn. This comes after a drone strike targeted a US-owned gas tanker at Egypt's Damietta Port. A powerful explosion rocked the port, sending flames across the terminal. The attack on a US-linked gas tanker in Egypt has heightened concerns in the region. Join us live to know more on this. 

US-Iran war: Explosion at an Egyptian port after drone hits US tanker

In a bizarre and unheard-of discovery, scientists have found a papyrus containing a passage from Homer's Iliad inside a Roman-era mummy. The nearly 1,600-year-old mummy was kept at the Egyptian site of Oxyrhynchus. Researchers say this is the first time in archaeological history that a Greek literary text was intentionally added to the mummification process. Oxyrhynchus Archaeological Mission, directed by Maite Mascort and Esther Pons, helmed the project carried out by the Institute of Ancient Near East Studies (IPOA) at the University of Barcelona.&nbsp;A team led by Núria Castellano carried out excavations between November and December 2025 and came across the mummy in Tomb 65. They were surprised to see a papyrus resting on the mummy's abdomen, deliberately placed as part of the embalming ritual. Previous excavations have revealed Greek papyri positioned on mummies, but they were all linked to magic and rituals. This is the first time that a literary work has been found on a mummy. It is Homer's Iliad, which makes the discovery even more exciting.&nbsp;"This is not the first time we have found Greek papyri, bundled, sealed, and incorporated into the mummification process, but until now, their content was mainly magical," Professor Ignasi-Xavier Adiego said. Even though several papyri have been discovered at Oxyrhynchus since the late 19th century, "the real novelty is finding a literary papyrus in a funerary context."&nbsp;The piece of papyrus was studied in detail between January and February 2026 in a second campaign. Papyrologist Leah Mascia and Ignasi-Xavier Adiego deciphered the writing and determined that the fragment comes from the "Catalogue of Ships" in Book II of Homer's Iliad. This section talks about the Greek forces preparing for the Trojan War, when forces hid inside a fake horse and attacked Troy.&nbsp;Excavations revealed a funerary complex at the Al Bahnasa necropolis where three limestone burial chambers containing Roman-era mummies and decorated wooden sarcophagi were found.&nbsp;

Archaeologists found a papyrus containing a passage from Homer's Iliad on the abdomen of a mummy in Egypt. While such pieces have been found in the past, they were linked to magic and rituals. This is the first time a literary work was found.

In a bizarre and unheard-of discovery, scientists have found a papyrus containing a passage from Homer's Iliad inside a Roman-era mummy. The nearly 1,600-year-old mummy was kept at the Egyptian site of Oxyrhynchus. Researchers say this is the first time in archaeological history that a Greek literary text was intentionally added to the mummification process. Oxyrhynchus Archaeological Mission, directed by Maite Mascort and Esther Pons, helmed the project carried out by the Institute of Ancient Near East Studies (IPOA) at the University of Barcelona. A team led by Núria Castellano carried out excavations between November and December 2025 and came across the mummy in Tomb 65. They were surprised to see a papyrus resting on the mummy's abdomen, deliberately placed as part of the embalming ritual. Previous excavations have revealed Greek papyri positioned on mummies, but they were all linked to magic and rituals. This is the first time that a literary work has been found on a mummy. It is Homer's Iliad, which makes the discovery even more exciting. "This is not the first time we have found Greek papyri, bundled, sealed, and incorporated into the mummification process, but until now, their content was mainly magical," Professor Ignasi-Xavier Adiego said. Even though several papyri have been discovered at Oxyrhynchus since the late 19th century, "the real novelty is finding a literary papyrus in a funerary context." The piece of papyrus was studied in detail between January and February 2026 in a second campaign. Papyrologist Leah Mascia and Ignasi-Xavier Adiego deciphered the writing and determined that the fragment comes from the "Catalogue of Ships" in Book II of Homer's Iliad. This section talks about the Greek forces preparing for the Trojan War, when forces hid inside a fake horse and attacked Troy. Excavations revealed a funerary complex at the Al Bahnasa necropolis where three limestone burial chambers containing Roman-era mummies and decorated wooden sarcophagi were found.

Archaeologists found a papyrus containing a passage from Homer's Iliad on the abdomen of a mummy in Egypt. While such pieces have been found in the past, they were linked to magic and rituals. This is the first time a literary work was found.

Homer's Iliad written before The Odyssey found inside an Egyptian mummy

One year after the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) recaptured Khartoum from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), the reality for returnees is far from the promised restoration of normalcy. Out of the 5 million who fled, over 2 million have returned, driven back by economic collapse and crackdowns in neighboring countries like Egypt. However, they are arriving in a city that remains a shell of its former self.


Sudanese return home to a capital unready to welcome them

Is FIFA Favouring Argentina? That is the question being asked after Egypt accused football's world governing body of helping the defending champions stay alive at the World Cup. 

World Cup 2026: Egypt alleges Argentina favouritism 

Argentina produced a stunning comeback to keep their FIFA World Cup dreams alive, defeating Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic Round of 16 clash. Trailing 2-0 with just 11 minutes of regulation time remaining, the defending champions staged an incredible fightback to seal a place in the quarterfinals.

Argentina will now face Switzerland in the last eight as their title defence gathers momentum. Watch the full story and match analysis.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina end Egypt's world cup dreams

One of the biggest matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to Atlanta on Tuesday as defending champion Argentina takes on Egypt in the Round of 16. The winner will advance to face either Switzerland or Colombia.

FIFA world cup 2026: Argentina up against Egypt in the round of 16 in Atlanta

Archaeologists have unearthed two tombs in Egypt that have remained hidden for over 5,000 years. The discovery was made at the Jabal al-Tayr archaeological site by a team from the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Popular Mechanics reported. Researchers say that Early Dynastic tombs predate the pyramids by centuries. Jabal al-Tayr served as a burial ground from Predynastic times till the Late Period (roughly 664–332 BC), when the last native pharaohs ruled Egypt. The tombs throw light on the evolution of Egyptian tomb architecture long before the pyramids were built.&nbsp;Researchers say that the first tombs were simple pits lined with bricks and plastered over and cropped up around 3100 BCE, or over 5,000 years ago. Later, these burial places were built more lavishly and bigger to keep the bodies. The remains of royals were kept in Abydos, while those of nobles were kept in Saqqara. All of these tombs had subterranean burial chambers. Some of them also had upper ground structures known as mastabas, where offerings and items were kept for the deceased belonging to the upper class.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/pristine-mayan-city-discovered-inside-mexican-jungle-was-hidden-for-1-000-years-1782289512462">Pristine Mayan city discovered inside Mexican jungle was hidden for 1,000 years</a>&nbsp;The recently unearthed tombs are similar to the tomb of King Hor-Den at Abydos, built around 2950 BCE and the largest one from the First Dynasty. The latter had a ritual annex, two huge storage rooms, and 133 chambers around the main burial chamber. The similarities between the two tombs and Hor-Den are proof that even before the north and south were unified, early tomb architecture had spread across Egypt. The Jabal al-Tayr tombs are made of stone blocks with thicker and broader walls at the bottom.<h2>Who built these tombs?</h2>Archaeologists noted that the blocks from the first tomb were later removed and likely reused. There were wooden supports that held up individual segments and entire walls. The second tomb has most of its stones in place. There is still a mystery over who built these tombs and further research is needed to know this.&nbsp;

Two tombs built thousands of years before the pyramids have been discovered in Egypt. They remained untouched and hidden for over 5,000 years and reveal how Egyptian architecture evolved over centuries. 

Archaeologists have unearthed two tombs in Egypt that have remained hidden for over 5,000 years. The discovery was made at the Jabal al-Tayr archaeological site by a team from the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Popular Mechanics reported. Researchers say that Early Dynastic tombs predate the pyramids by centuries. Jabal al-Tayr served as a burial ground from Predynastic times till the Late Period (roughly 664–332 BC), when the last native pharaohs ruled Egypt. The tombs throw light on the evolution of Egyptian tomb architecture long before the pyramids were built. Researchers say that the first tombs were simple pits lined with bricks and plastered over and cropped up around 3100 BCE, or over 5,000 years ago. Later, these burial places were built more lavishly and bigger to keep the bodies. The remains of royals were kept in Abydos, while those of nobles were kept in Saqqara. All of these tombs had subterranean burial chambers. Some of them also had upper ground structures known as mastabas, where offerings and items were kept for the deceased belonging to the upper class. Also Read: Pristine Mayan city discovered inside Mexican jungle was hidden for 1,000 years The recently unearthed tombs are similar to the tomb of King Hor-Den at Abydos, built around 2950 BCE and the largest one from the First Dynasty. The latter had a ritual annex, two huge storage rooms, and 133 chambers around the main burial chamber. The similarities between the two tombs and Hor-Den are proof that even before the north and south were unified, early tomb architecture had spread across Egypt. The Jabal al-Tayr tombs are made of stone blocks with thicker and broader walls at the bottom. Who built these tombs? Archaeologists noted that the blocks from the first tomb were later removed and likely reused. There were wooden supports that held up individual segments and entire walls. The second tomb has most of its stones in place. There is still a mystery over who built these tombs and further research is needed to know this.

Two tombs built centuries before the pyramids have been unearthed in Egypt. They remained untouched and hidden for over 5,000 years and reveal how Egyptian architecture evolved over centuries. They were likely a pyramid prototype.

5,000-year-old secret tombs unearthed in Egypt may finally reveal how pyramids began

Pakistan has said it is ready to host talks between the United States and Iran as part of efforts to end the ongoing conflict. Officials stated Islamabad would be “honoured” to facilitate negotiations in the coming days, though participation from both sides remains unconfirmed.

The announcement came as top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt gathered in Islamabad for high-level discussions focused on de-escalation and a possible diplomatic pathway forward.

Talks have centred on reducing tensions, reopening key trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz, and exploring options for direct or indirect dialogue between Washington and Tehran.

Iran-US Talks: Diplomats From Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey Converge in Islamabad

Egypt is grappling with a worsening energy crisis, forcing authorities to take drastic measures to conserve electricity. Shops and restaurants have been ordered to shut as early as 9PM, while street lights and billboards are being dimmed across cities.

The government says these steps are necessary to reduce pressure on the power grid, which heavily relies on oil-generated electricity. For many businesses and residents, however, the restrictions are already beginning to disrupt daily life and economic activity.



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An Indian man who spoke Tamil scribbled his name on eight Egyptian tombs 2,000 years ago. An archaeological discovery has uncovered who this offender was, showing Indo-Egyptian connections in ancient times, and proves the fact that tourists were just the same even thousands of years ago. A man named Cikai Korran visited Egypt’s Valley of Kings and etched dozens of inscriptions on several tombs. Eight of them bore just his name. Archaeologists say that the language used was Old Tamil, an Indian language. When scientists dug deeper, they also found writings in Sanskrit. The researchers revealed everything about this culprit and his actions at a conference in Chennai, the capital of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Ingo Strauch, an expert in South Asian studies at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland, clarified that visitors from across the world vandalised Egyptian tombs over the years, and Indians are not the only offenders.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/shiva-temple-tamil-nadu-village-chola-period-banyan-tree-1769773570741">900-year-old Shiva temple cloaked by a banyan tree discovered in Tamil Nadu</a><h2>Graffiti in Tamil found at Egyptian tombs</h2>French scholar Jules Baillet found more than 2,000 inscriptions and drawings on Egyptian tombs in 1926. His findings showed that Greek and Latin tourists commonly came and left their mark here. However, Strauch says that when he visited the tombs in 2024, he noticed graffiti that looked different from the ones that were earlier revealed. He told Gizmodo that the ones he found were similar to Indian scripts. An analysis of the photos he took suggested that they were likely written in Tamil. He showed them to his colleague Charlotte Schmid, who confirmed that it was indeed Tamil. She even provided a translation - “Cikai Korran came here and saw.” They revisited Baillet's texts and found that he also saw scribblings made in an Asian language.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/pot-of-gold-buried-900-years-ago-unearthed-in-a-karnataka-village-now-there-is-a-fuss-over-who-owns-it-1768376950848">Pot of gold buried 900 years ago unearthed in a Karnataka village. Now there is a fuss over who owns it</a>&nbsp;They got curious and decided to investigate the site again. They successfully came across more graffiti and inscriptions, some in Sanskrit and others in an ancient version of Tamil, known as Tamil-Brahmi. Schmid also said at the conference that &nbsp;Cikai Korran had a "weird" way of leaving his mark, some of which were several feet high. At the tomb of Ramesses IX, he wrote his name about 16 to 20 feet above the entrance. The researchers said he probably wanted to ensure that "everybody would see him", that they knew that "Cikai Korran came here." Strauch added that he was "apparently extremely excited about his visit and decided to leave his name in nearly every tomb."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/indian-scientists-stumble-upon-37-000-year-old-bamboo-fossil-with-strange-marks-it-changes-things-for-asia-1764322533921">Indian scientists stumble upon 37,000-year-old bamboo stem with strange marks in Manipur. It changes things for Asia</a> &nbsp;Schmid said the findings show that Indians travelled to the Nile Valley. They were even familiar with the Greek language since some of their graffiti referred to those scribbled in Greek. To see that the inscription survived tough times, Cikai Korran truly accomplished what he set out to do.

A man from South India visited Egypt 2,000 years ago and scribbled on several tombs, with the clear intention of leaving his mark. He climbed high and left his mark in some places several feet up. Archaeologists found some inscriptions in Sanskrit as well.

An Indian man who spoke Tamil scribbled his name on eight Egyptian tombs 2,000 years ago. An archaeological discovery has uncovered who this offender was, showing Indo-Egyptian connections in ancient times, and proves the fact that tourists were just the same even thousands of years ago. A man named Cikai Korran visited Egypt’s Valley of Kings and etched dozens of inscriptions on several tombs. Eight of them bore just his name. Archaeologists say that the language used was Old Tamil, an Indian language. When scientists dug deeper, they also found writings in Sanskrit. The researchers revealed everything about this culprit and his actions at a conference in Chennai, the capital of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Ingo Strauch, an expert in South Asian studies at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland, clarified that visitors from across the world vandalised Egyptian tombs over the years, and Indians are not the only offenders. Also Read: 900-year-old Shiva temple cloaked by a banyan tree discovered in Tamil Nadu Graffiti in Tamil found at Egyptian tombs French scholar Jules Baillet found more than 2,000 inscriptions and drawings on Egyptian tombs in 1926. His findings showed that Greek and Latin tourists commonly came and left their mark here. However, Strauch says that when he visited the tombs in 2024, he noticed graffiti that looked different from the ones that were earlier revealed. He told Gizmodo that the ones he found were similar to Indian scripts. An analysis of the photos he took suggested that they were likely written in Tamil. He showed them to his colleague Charlotte Schmid, who confirmed that it was indeed Tamil. She even provided a translation - “Cikai Korran came here and saw.” They revisited Baillet's texts and found that he also saw scribblings made in an Asian language. Also Read: Pot of gold buried 900 years ago unearthed in a Karnataka village. Now there is a fuss over who owns it They got curious and decided to investigate the site again. They successfully came across more graffiti and inscriptions, some in Sanskrit and others in an ancient version of Tamil, known as Tamil-Brahmi. Schmid also said at the conference that Cikai Korran had a "weird" way of leaving his mark, some of which were several feet high. At the tomb of Ramesses IX, he wrote his name about 16 to 20 feet above the entrance. The researchers said he probably wanted to ensure that "everybody would see him", that they knew that "Cikai Korran came here." Strauch added that he was "apparently extremely excited about his visit and decided to leave his name in nearly every tomb." Also Read: Indian scientists stumble upon 37,000-year-old bamboo stem with strange marks in Manipur. It changes things for Asia Schmid said the findings show that Indians travelled to the Nile Valley. They were even familiar with the Greek language since some of their graffiti referred to those scribbled in Greek. To see that the inscription survived tough times, Cikai Korran truly accomplished what he set out to do.

A man from South India visited Egypt 2,000 years ago and scribbled on several tombs, with the clear intention of leaving his mark. He climbed high and left his mark in some places several feet up. Archaeologists found some inscriptions in Sanskrit as well.

'Cikai Korran came here': 2,000 years ago, Indian man scribbled his name in Tamil on Egyptian tombs

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