Features/Interviews
Morsy’s ouster: Understanding international reaction
July 16, 2013
Morsy’s ouster: Understanding international reaction
As the Armed Forces spokesperson concluded the General Command’s statement announcing the removal of Mohamed Morsy from the presidency, a…
Egypt loses Ramadan joy after political unrest
July 13, 2013
Egypt loses Ramadan joy after political unrest
Ramadan is a time of festive celebrations, when rows of fanous lanterns light up the streets and a feeling of…
In photos: Ramadan around the world
July 10, 2013
In photos: Ramadan around the world
Millions of Muslims around the world welcomed the holy month of Ramadan on Wednesday. Ramadan unifies Muslims who live in…
Upper Egypt divided after Morsy’s overthrow
July 8, 2013
Upper Egypt divided after Morsy’s overthrow
Dalga, Minya - Burned façades, locked doors, looted shops, and dead calm prevail in an alleyway where several Coptic families…
30 June: A crisis at the doorstep
June 27, 2013
30 June: A crisis at the doorstep
The Egyptian street has been gripped by fear and anticipation with 30 June right at the doorstep. Those feelings have…
Analysis: Cairo and Doha: A controversial rapprochement
June 12, 2013
Analysis: Cairo and Doha: A controversial rapprochement
On 9 June on the sidelines of a visit to Qatar by President Mohamed Morsy's assistant for foreign affairs Essam…
Final Issue: The triumph of practice
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: The triumph of practice
This piece was written for Egypt Independent's final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer…
Final Issue: How poor management destroyed a leading voice
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: How poor management destroyed a leading voice
This piece was written for Egypt Independent's final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer…
Final Issue: More than a language — Politics of local English media
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: More than a language — Politics of local English media
This piece was written for Egypt Independent's final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer…
Final Issue: Three journalists survive two closures in one year
April 25, 2013
Final Issue: Three journalists survive two closures in one year
This piece was written for Egypt Independent’s final weekly print edition, which was banned from going to press. We offer you…