Egyptian Scientists identify over 40 mn years old fossil of four-legged prehistoric whale
The prehistoric whale, known as semi-aquatic because it lived both on land and sea, sported the features of an accomplished hunter. These features make it stand out among other whale fossils.
Sep 15, 2021, 12:15 PM IST
Egyptian army says 3 militants killed, 74 arrested in Sinai
Egypt's armed forces say they have killed three "high-level" suspected militants and arrested 74 others in sweeps in the troubled northern Sinai Peninsula in recent days.
Nov 16, 2017, 21:03 PM IST
Little-known group Ansar al-Islam claims responsibility for Egypt attack
A militant group called Ansar al-Islam claimed responsibility for an attack in Egypt`s Western Desert that killed several policemen on Oct. 21, the newly emerged group said in a statement on Friday.
Nov 03, 2017, 13:15 PM IST
Iraq forces launch anti-IS push in western desert
The army, backed by aircraft from the US-led coalition and local tribal fighters, launched their sweep at dawn in desert areas of Anbar province where the jihadists have hideouts, an army lieutenant colonel said.
May 11, 2017, 19:03 PM IST
Egyptian forces chasing militants mistakenly kill 12 tourists
Egyptian security forces mistakenly killed 12 people, including Mexican tourists, and injured 10 others when they targeted a convoy while chasing terrorists in Egypt's Western Desert, leading to an outcry and calls for a probe from Mexico.
Sep 14, 2015, 19:19 PM IST
