Egypt
Egypt cracks down on TikTok influencers
Egyptian authorities have detained dozens of popular teenage TikTok creators in recent weeks, accusing them of "violating family values&
China supports Egypt’s sovereignty and rights over the Suez Canal, its foreign ministry said, after former U.S. President Donald Trump demanded free passage for U.S. vessels. Trump claimed on Truth Social that the canals "wouldn’t exist" without the U.S., urging free access—a request Egypt rejected. China opposes "bullying," spokesperson Lin Jian said. The Wall Street Journal reported Trump sought Egypt’s backing against Yemen’s Houthis, but President Al-Sisi linked stability to a Gaza ceasefire.
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Egypt
Egypt cracks down on TikTok influencers
Egyptian authorities have detained dozens of popular teenage TikTok creators in recent weeks, accusing them of "violating family values&
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