Egypt

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Recently, an earthquake measuring magnitude ⁠5.4 struck off Egypt. 

About Egypt

• It is located in the northeast corner of Africa to the southwest corner of Asia.
• The Sinai Peninsula of Egypt acts as the land bridge between Africa and Asia continents.
• Bordering Countries: It has land borders with Sudan (south), Libya (west), Israel and the Gaza Strip (northeast).
• Water Bodies: It has a coastline on the Mediterranean Sea (North) while the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba border it to the east.
• Capital City:  Cairo

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Geographical Features of Egypt

• Climate: It has a tropical climate and has high temperatures throughout the year. 
• Terrain: Its topography is marked by a striking contrast between its arid desert regions and the fertile Nile River Valley.
• Rivers: The Nile River, the longest river in the world, flows from south to north through Egypt.
• Highest Peak: Egypt’s highest point Mount Catherine reaching 2,642 meters (8,668 feet) above sea level, 
• Natural Resources: Egypt’s natural resources include petroleum, natural gas, phosphates, and iron ore

Source: TH