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10-07-2025
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Belly dancer arrested in Egypt over Instagram videos deemed 'morally corrupt' by authorities
An Italian belly dancer of Egyptian descent was arrested in her native country for "using seductive techniques," according to media reports. Sohila Tarek Hassan Haggag, a naturalized Italian citizen who was born in Egypt and holds Egyptian citizenship, was taken into police custody at the Cairo International Airport on June 22. She is accused of corrupting public morals with her provocative dancing, The Telegraph reported. Wife Of Boulder Firebombing Suspect Begs Americans For Help While Judge Delays Deportation The case against Haggag, who dances under the name Linda Martino, was triggered by videos on her Instagram account, in which she writhes around in revealing clothing and describes herself as "more than you can handle." She appeared "in indecent clothing, deliberately exposing sensitive areas of the body, in blatant violation of social values," according to investigators. Abrego Garcia Says He Endured Beatings, Torture In Salvadoran Prison Ahead Of Criminal Trial Read On The Fox News App Prosecutors in Cairo said she "used seductive techniques and provocative dances to incite vice." During her arrest, she was found with a "substantial" amount of money, the news report said. The Italian embassy in Cairo was seeking her release. Click To Get The Fox News App Haggag is supposed to remain in jail for at least two more weeks. She reportedly moved back to Egypt several years ago, where she built her successful career. She was previously married to an Italian, the report said. In recent years, Egypt has clamped down on activities deemed morally questionable. Five belly dancers have been jailed under president Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on charges similar to those against Haggag, Italian media article source: Belly dancer arrested in Egypt over Instagram videos deemed 'morally corrupt' by authorities
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Italian belly dancer arrested in Egypt for ‘using seductive techniques'
An Italian belly dancer has been arrested and detained in Egypt for 'using seductive techniques'. Sohila Tarek Hassan Haggag is a naturalised Italian, but was born in Egypt and holds Egyptian citizenship. She dances under the name of Linda Martino and has more than two million followers on social media. Egyptian authorities arrested her at Cairo airport on June 22, accusing her of corrupting public morals with her provocative dancing. The investigation was triggered by videos on her Instagram account, in which she writhes around in revealing clothing and describes herself as 'more than you can handle'. Investigators said Ms Haggag 'appeared in indecent clothing, deliberately exposing sensitive areas of the body, in blatant violation of social values'. She was reported to be in possession of substantial sums of money at the time of her arrest, which authorities described as the proceeds of 'activities liable to instigate depravity'. The Cairo prosecutor accused her of having 'used seductive techniques and provocative dances to incite vice'. She is expected to remain in jail for at least another two weeks, according to reports. The Italian embassy in Cairo is seeking urgent clarification on her case. Ms Haggag moved to Egypt several years ago and has built a highly successful career. She was previously married to an Italian and is said to have relatives in the Veneto region. Her videos, often shot in popular venues to Egyptian hits, have attracted millions of views on Instagram and TikTok. The indictments include investigations into a cabaret on Egypt's north coast, where Ms Haggag 'appeared in indecent clothing, deliberately exposing sensitive areas of her body, in clear violation of public morals and social values'. 'The investigations have ascertained that Linda used seduction techniques and provocative dances to incite vice,' the document read. Egypt has clamped down on artists and influencers accused of undermining public morality in recent years. Under the government of Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, at least five belly dancers have ended up in jail on charges similar to those against Ms Haggag, Italian media reported. Katerina Andreeva, another belly dancer, has been given a one-year jail sentence on the same charges, Italian media reported. The Egyptian crackdown comes despite efforts by Unesco to recognise belly dancing on its Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Amie Sultan, an Egyptian actress and currently one of the country's best-known belly dancers, has been pushing to give belly dancing a better reputation in its country of origin. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Telegraph
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Italian belly dancer arrested in Egypt for ‘using seductive techniques'
An Italian belly dancer has been arrested and detained in Egypt for 'using seductive techniques'. Sohila Tarek Hassan Haggag, a naturalised Italian born in Egypt, dances under the name of Linda Martino and has more than two million followers on social media. Egyptian authorities arrested her at Cairo Airport on June 22, accusing her of corrupting public morals with her provocative dancing. The investigation was triggered by videos on her Instagram account, in which she writhes around in revealing clothing and describes herself as 'more than you can handle'. Investigators said Ms Haggag 'appeared in indecent clothing, deliberately exposing sensitive areas of the body, in blatant violation of social values'. She was reported to be in possession of substantial sums of money at the time of her arrest, which authorities described as the proceeds of 'activities liable to instigate depravity'. The Cairo prosecutor accused her of having 'used seductive techniques and provocative dances to incite vice'. She is expected to remain in jail for at least another two weeks, according to reports. The Italian Embassy in Cairo is seeking urgent clarification on her case. Using techniques 'to incite vice' Ms Haggag moved to Egypt several years ago and has built a highly successful career. She was previously married to an Italian and is said to have relatives in the Veneto region. Her videos, often shot in popular venues to Egyptian hits, have attracted millions of views on Instagram and TikTok. The indictments include investigations into a cabaret on Egypt's north coast, where Ms Haggag 'appeared in indecent clothing, deliberately exposing sensitive areas of her body, in clear violation of public morals and social values'. 'The investigations have ascertained that Linda used seduction techniques and provocative dances to incite vice,' the document read. Egyptian crackdown Egypt has clamped down on artists and influencers accused of undermining public morality in recent years. Under the government of Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, at least five belly dancers have ended up in jail on charges similar to those against Ms Haggag, Italian media reported. Katerina Andreeva, another belly dancer, has been given a one-year jail sentence on the same charges, Italian media reported. The Egyptian crackdown comes despite efforts by Unesco to recognise belly dancing on its Lists of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Amie Sultan, an Egyptian actress and currently one of the country's best-known belly dancers, has been pushing to give belly dancing a better reputation in its country of origin.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Politics
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The Latest: 2nd week of Israel-Iran war starts with renewed strikes
The second week of the Israel-Iran war started with a renewed round of strikes despite talks between European ministers and Iran's top diplomat. Friday's talks, which aimed at de-escalating the fighting between the two adversaries, lasted for four hours in Geneva, but failed to produce a breakthrough. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump continued to weigh his country's military involvement and concerns spiked over potential strikes on nuclear reactors. Still, European officials expressed hope for future negotiations. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he was open to further dialogue but stressed Tehran wasn't interested in negotiating with the U.S. while Israel continued attacking. Here is the latest: Italians evacuated from Iran arrive in Azerbaijan The Italian foreign ministry said the 24 Italians are the second group to evacuate via Azerbaijan's Baku, on their way back home. 'After about nine hours of travel and a very long wait at the border, the group was welcomed by representatives of the Italian Embassy in Baku, and then moved to the airport of the Azerbaijani capital to wait to return to Italy with the first available flights,' the ministry said. The group included an Italian doctor and his partner, an Iranian woman and their 18-month-old child, the ministry said. Another convoy from Iran could depart from Tehran as early as Monday. The first group that arrived in Italy via Baku in recent days had 34 Italian nationals. Italy's foreign ministry also said it chartered a flight to help evacuate its citizens from Israel via Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on Sunday. Evacuees in Cyprus recall missiles flying overhead Noah Page says it's one thing to watch missiles crisscrossing the sky on the news and another to experience it firsthand. 'You see it on the news, you see everything, but you never really expect it to actually hit you when you're there,' the Ohio-native told the Associated Press. 'As someone who grew up in Canada, it's so foreign to me to even think about missiles or a war and you hear about it on the news and it's just so separate from you,' said the 23-year-old who didn't want to give her last name. "It sort of felt like fireworks at first until the reality of the situation set in. I need to run or I might end up hurt.' Page and Pe'er were among an estimated 1,500 other young people from around the world visiting Israel who were evacuated by cruise ship on Saturday to Cyprus, the closest European country to Israel, at around 270 kilometers. It was the second such trip by the cruise ship bringing people out while ferrying stranded Israelis back to their homeland. Florida native Alex Rosenblum had been in Israel before in times of war, when the sounds of sirens urging citizens to rush to shelters had become almost routine. But he says this time it was different. 'This situation with Iran has been a lot scarier because there's a big difference between a rocket and a missile,' he said. The three young people found safety in underground shelters when digital alerts were sent out. But Pe'er says you can never shake the feeling that you're in danger. Iran's Araghchi says it will be 'very dangerous' if US gets involved in war Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said it would be 'very, very dangerous for everyone' if the United States becomes actively involved in the war with Israel. He spoke to reporters in Istanbul on his way home from talks in Geneva. Araghchi said American military involvement 'would be very unfortunate.' UN refugee agency calls for de-escalation The UNHCR said Saturday that the intensity of the attacks is already triggering population movements in Israel and Iran: Some from Tehran and other parts of Iran have crossed into neighboring countries while shelling has caused people in Israel to seek shelter elsewhere in the country and, in some cases, abroad. The agency urged states in the region to respect the right of people to seek safety where needed and to facilitate humanitarian access. 'This region has already endured more than its share of war, loss, and displacement — we cannot allow another refugee crisis to take root,' the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, said. 'The time to de-escalate is right now. Once people are forced to flee, there's no quick way back — and all too often, the consequences last for generations.' Tehran vows to make Grossi 'pay' A senior adviser for Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, vowed in a social media post Saturday to make the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency 'pay' once the war with Israel is over. Ali Larijani's threat comes as IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi has become a major target for many Iranian officials who say his conflicting statements about the status of Iran's nuclear program incited the Israeli surprise attack last week. Grossi told the United Nations' Security Council Friday that while Iran has the material to build a nuclear bomb, it appears they have no plans to do so. The Associated Press
Times of Oman
03-06-2025
- General
- Times of Oman
Celebrating the Italian National Day in Muscat: A Night of Culture, Friendship, and Diplomacy
Muscat: The Embassy of Italy in the Sultanate of Oman hosted a grand reception this evening at the prestigious Grand Hyatt Muscat Hotel to celebrate the Festa della Repubblica – Italy's National Day. The event brought together distinguished guests from Omani government institutions, diplomatic corps, business and cultural communities, as well as Italian citizens residing in Oman. The reception was a tribute to the strong and growing bonds of friendship and cooperation between Italy and Oman. In his welcome address, the Ambassador of Italy to the Sultanate of Oman, H.E. Pierluigi D'Elia, emphasized the deep historical ties and shared values between the two nations. 'Italy and Oman enjoy a long-standing relationship rooted in mutual respect and a common vision for peace, cultural exchange, and sustainable development. This evening is not only a celebration of the Italian Republic but also of the enduring friendship between our peoples,' said the Ambassador. Italy's National Day celebration in Muscat marks a symbolic reaffirmation of Italy's commitment to its international partnerships, particularly with the Sultanate of Oman, to tackle common challenges and promote peace and stability. The Embassy of Italy extends its gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the celebration, including its partners - The Foreign Ministry of the Sultanate of Oman, Eurotec, Yenaier by Adante Realty, Scalinatella, Oman Air, Monte delle Vigne, Avicen, Renardet, I Veri Sapori Dell'Etna,Terre Di Shemir, CESI, Al Rofoof Hotel Supplies & Trading (Illy Café), Idea Hub,The Italian Trade Agency, and The Grand Hyatt Muscat Hotel — whose valuable support and collaboration contributed to the success of this year's celebration and to fostering Italy-Oman relations.
