Egypt Latest News
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
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
Last updated on Sep, 2026
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