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Yemeni PM Calls for Urgent Investigation into Aden Airport Explosion

Yemeni at the explosion site in Aden International airport (EPA)
Yemeni at the explosion site in Aden International airport (EPA)
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Yemeni PM Calls for Urgent Investigation into Aden Airport Explosion

Yemeni at the explosion site in Aden International airport (EPA)
Yemeni at the explosion site in Aden International airport (EPA)

Yemeni Prime Minister Maeen Abdulmalik directed the security committee to conduct an urgent investigation into the explosion that took place in the vicinity of Aden International Airport, south of the country, according to the German News Agency.

Saba News Agency reported that Abdulmalik followed up "with the security committee in Aden, the circumstances of the terrorist attack that took place at Aden International Airport's gate at the Khour Maksar district," killing and injuring dozens, including children.

Abdulmalik stressed the need to boost security vigilance and foil any attempt that undermines Aden's security and stability, indicating that the circumstances of the attack are being followed up and the results will be announced as soon as possible.

At least 12 civilians, including children, were killed and more than 15 others injured Saturday near the airport of Aden when a car bomb was detonated near a checkpoint.

No one has yet claimed responsibility for Saturday's blast.

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Metro, Train Fare Hikes Strain Egyptian Families

Cairo Metro ticket prices rise starting Thursday (Ministry of Transport)
Cairo Metro ticket prices rise starting Thursday (Ministry of Transport)
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Metro, Train Fare Hikes Strain Egyptian Families

Cairo Metro ticket prices rise starting Thursday (Ministry of Transport)
Cairo Metro ticket prices rise starting Thursday (Ministry of Transport)

Sally Mohamed, a young worker in Cairo, was surprised to find that the fare for the Cairo Metro had increased from 15 to 20 Egyptian pounds during her commute from Helwan to Mohandessin on Thursday.
The new prices were being updated at the ticket counter as she bought her ticket.
On the same day, the Egyptian government raised fares for metro and train services by 25% to 33%, following a recent increase in fuel prices.
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly had warned of such economic measures last month, which include raising service prices through the end of next year.
The fare hikes affect Egypt’s extensive rail network, which serves over 420 million passengers annually.
The highest increase was for the lower-priced “Tahya Misr” trains, at 25%, while third-class air-conditioned and ventilated Russian trains saw a 12.5% rise.
Mohamed now faces an additional 10 pounds in daily commuting costs due to the fare increase, which amounts to nearly a one-third rise in her monthly transportation expenses.
Since 2017, Cairo Metro fares have been rising after remaining at one pound for 11 years. The fare doubled initially and has since been adjusted several times, with current prices based on the number of stations traveled.
Mohamed is worried that her salary won’t keep up with the rising costs. She fears she may struggle to afford other necessities due to the increased fare.
She’s not alone; many on social media are criticizing the frequent fare hikes, especially on X, where users have expressed frustration with the rising costs.
The Cairo Metro fare has been raised for the second time this year, following a 20% increase in January. The metro serves about 4.5 million passengers daily, according to the Ministry of Transport.
Yasser Omar, a member of Egypt’s House of Representatives, explained to Asharq Al-Awsat that the fare hikes are necessary to keep services running and improve them amid global inflation.
He said the increases are part of a planned strategy to manage inflation and reduce losses for the Ministry of Transport due to the gap between service costs and ticket prices.