Egypt
Brothers and soldiers: A weakened security apparatus is implicated in political play
February 6, 2013
Brothers and soldiers: A weakened security apparatus is implicated in political play
An Egyptian is lying naked on the ground while policemen are kicking him. Another is lying dead in a hospital…
Despite Ahmadinejad’s visit, geopolitics may hinder Egypt-Iran relations
February 6, 2013
Despite Ahmadinejad’s visit, geopolitics may hinder Egypt-Iran relations
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad arrived in Egypt on Tuesday, marking the first visit by an Iranian head of state since…
Prosecutor releases child with cancer following 11-day detention
February 6, 2013
Prosecutor releases child with cancer following 11-day detention
Alexandria prosecutors ordered the release of Mahmoud Adel, a minor with cancer detained during recent protests, Al Jazeera reported Wednesday.…
Cairo-Alex Agricultural Road reopens after poultry truck collision
February 6, 2013
Cairo-Alex Agricultural Road reopens after poultry truck collision
Traffic resumed on the Cairo-Alexandria Agricultural Road after being closed for three hours due to a collision Wednesday.
Mubarak officials granted retrial over corruption charges
February 6, 2013
Mubarak officials granted retrial over corruption charges
The Court of Cassation ordered a retrial Wednesday for former Presidential Chief of Staff Zakariya Azmy and former Agriculture Minister Amin…
Court orders former Shura Council speaker released
February 6, 2013
Court orders former Shura Council speaker released
The Cairo Criminal Court on Wednesday ordered the release of former Shura Council Speaker Safwat al-Sherif from detention after accepting…
Military denies reports of president ordering live fire against protesters
February 6, 2013
Military denies reports of president ordering live fire against protesters
Military Spokesperson Ahmed Mohamed Ali denied news reported by the World Tribune website alleging that the Army defied orders from…
Iran, Egypt and Turkey to convene on Islamic summit sidelines
February 6, 2013
Iran, Egypt and Turkey to convene on Islamic summit sidelines
Iran, Egypt and Turkey will hold a tripartite meeting on the sidelines of the 12th summit of the Organization of…
Wednesday’s papers: Eye on Ahmadinejad
February 6, 2013
Wednesday’s papers: Eye on Ahmadinejad
Many newspapers highlight on Wednesday the first visit by an acting Iranian head of state to Egypt in more than…
Security chief: Tanta clashes under control
February 6, 2013
Security chief: Tanta clashes under control
Security forces in Tanta have regained control of the city after clashes with protesters outside the governorate building and the…