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Egypt sends 238th aid convoy to Gaza with food, medical supplies, and fuel
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The Egyptian Red Crescent launched its 238th "Zad Al-Izza... From Egypt to Gaza" convoy on Monday, sending trucks filled with humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. This initiative is part of the Red Crescent's role in coordinating aid to the region. The convoy included food baskets, flour, medical and relief supplies, medicines, and petroleum products essential for operating hospitals and vital facilities. The Egyptian Red Crescent has maintained a continuous presence at the border since the crisis began, with the Rafah crossing remaining open from the Egyptian side. The organization has delivered over one million tons of humanitarian and relief aid, supported by more than 75,000 volunteers, and continues its preparedness at all logistical centers.
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Must ReadRenowned Egyptian composer, arranger, and musician Hany Shenouda has passed away at the age of 83. His final musical project was a reimagined version of "Bahlam Ma’ak" "I Dream with You", originally composed by him and performed by Nagat El Saghira. Born in Tanta in 1943, Shenouda founded the iconic Egyptian band El Masryeen, an idea he credited to Nobel Prize-winning author Naguib Mahfouz. Shenouda is recognized for launching the career of Mohamed Mounir, composing and arranging his first two albums. He also played a pivotal role in discovering Amr Diab, encouraging him to move to Cairo and introducing him to audiences through his debut album "Ya Tareeq," for which he composed four tracks and arranged the entire record. Throughout his career, Shenouda composed timeless songs for Nagat El Saghira and Faiza Ahmed, and arranged celebrated songs like "Donia Gedida." He also composed scores for iconic Egyptian films, including "Al Mashbooh" and "Al Hareef."