Israeli Defense Minister Yisrael Katz threatened to continue the war on Gaza under the pretext of destroying Palestinian resistance tunnels, raising doubts about Israel's commitment to the ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement.

Artist Yasser Galal announced his appointment to the Egyptian Senate by presidential decree, expressing gratitude to President Sisi for his support of art and culture. He emphasized the importance of artists having a voice in the national dialogue.

The semi-official Tasnim agency reported that Iran will not participate in the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit on Gaza despite receiving an official invitation. The summit will be held on October 13, 2025, co-chaired by Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Donald Trump, with over twenty countries participating to end the Gaza war and promote peace in the Middle East.

The Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza is preparing Nasser Hospital to receive hundreds of Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli prisons under the ceasefire agreement that took effect on Friday.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni plans to send engineering units to clear mines in Gaza and train Palestinian security forces, while U.S. President Donald Trump announced an agreement between Israel and Hamas to implement the first phase of the Gaza peace plan.

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the Chairman of CNCEC to discuss the soda ash production project in Egypt, highlighting its strategic importance and the state's support for investors.

Egypt's president issued a new decree to complete the formation of the Senate following the election of 200 members. The decree appoints 100 members to enhance representation and maintain political and gender balance.

The Governor of Assiut and the Head of the Upper Egypt Development Authority inspected the Small Industries Complex in Bani Ghalib, which includes 36 industrial workshops. Construction and utility connections are complete, with final finishing works underway before trial operation.

French President Emmanuel Macron surprised many by reappointing Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, sparking criticism and reflecting his political isolation amid ongoing crises. Lecornu is the third PM in a year, facing a parliament without majority and urgent budget challenges.

Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina announced an attempted coup amid division within the army and escalating anti-government protests in the capital Antananarivo. Some soldiers joined protesters demanding his resignation, increasing political instability.