UNESCO Nominates Egyptian as Its New Director Following US Withdrawal

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54% : Meanwhile, the vote comes at a time when the whole 80-year-old U.N. system is facing financial challenges and deepening divisions over the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. El-Anani, 54, worked as a tour guide through ancient Egyptian sites, earned a doctorate in France and became a famed Egyptologist prior to serving in government.
50% : Trump argues that the agency, which voted in 2011 to admit Palestine as a member, is too politicized and anti-Israel.
49% : " During his tenure in government, el-Anani oversaw the start of mega-tourism projects including the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Cairo, the Jewish Temple and multiple ancient discoveries that helped revive the country's battered tourism sector. El-Anani is expected to focus on UNESCO's cultural programs, and has pledged to continue UNESCO's work to fight antisemitism and religious intolerance.

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