Egypt
Egypt’s workers: On the political precipice
May 1, 2011
Egypt’s workers: On the political precipice
“We joined [the union] because our rights are lost,” says Fahmy Adel Fahmy, a member of the Independent Bakers’ Union.…
Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood selects hawkish leaders
April 30, 2011
Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood selects hawkish leaders
In its first meeting since 1995, the Muslim Brotherhood’s Shura Council on Saturday announced the leaders of its would-be political…
Mubarak metro stop renamed ‘Martyrs’ station
April 30, 2011
Mubarak metro stop renamed ‘Martyrs’ station
A transportation ministry committee has announced that the Mubarak metro station will be renamed "Martyrs" station. Engineer Mostafa al-Sheimy, chairman…
Prosecution summons woman allegedly detained by Coptic Church
April 30, 2011
Prosecution summons woman allegedly detained by Coptic Church
Egypt's public prosecution on Saturday asked the Coptic Church to allow a woman who some claim has converted to Islam…
Amnesty International: Law banning protests a ‘major setback’
April 30, 2011
Amnesty International: Law banning protests a ‘major setback’
Amnesty International urged Egyptian authorities to immediately revoke a law that incriminates protests, saying it violates international agreements signed by…
A new Labor Day for Egypt: Independent unions plan celebrations, set demands
April 30, 2011
A new Labor Day for Egypt: Independent unions plan celebrations, set demands
For the first time in its long history, Egypt and its working class celebrate Labor Day with independent unions, said…
Minister: Egypt’s Mubarak could face death penalty
April 30, 2011
Minister: Egypt’s Mubarak could face death penalty
Egypt's ousted President Hosni Mubarak would face the death penalty if convicted of ordering the shooting of protesters during the…
Egypt may open border with Gaza Strip as Israel expresses concern on Hamas
April 30, 2011
Egypt may open border with Gaza Strip as Israel expresses concern on Hamas
Egypt plans to open its border crossing with the Gaza Strip, possibly within the next two weeks, the Foreign Ministry…
Egypt’s workers: Between party politics and unionization
April 30, 2011
Egypt’s workers: Between party politics and unionization
On Sunday, Egypt is set to celebrate its first Labor Day in a post-Hosni Mubarak era that swarms with prospects…
Muslim Brotherhood meets to name party leaders
April 30, 2011
Muslim Brotherhood meets to name party leaders
The Muslim Brotherhood on Friday started an emergency two-day meeting to name the president and secretary general for the group's…