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In photos: The Muslim Brotherhood’s day of “discernment”

In photos: The Muslim Brotherhood’s day of “discernment”

Thousands of supporters of ousted President Mohamed Morsy have flocked streets nationwide to protests against the overthrow of Egypt's first…
Opinion: Egypt’s “war on terror”

Opinion: Egypt’s “war on terror”

The head of Egypt’s armed forces, General Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, has once again proven himself a master of political timing.…
Special report: How the Muslim Brotherhood lost Egypt

Special report: How the Muslim Brotherhood lost Egypt

When Egyptians poured onto the streets in their millions to demand the fall of President Hosni Mubarak in 2011, few…
Profile: Magda Haroun, Egypt’s Jewish community chief

Profile: Magda Haroun, Egypt’s Jewish community chief

Magda Shehata Haroun was chosen to head the Egyptian Jewish community because of her young age, notwithstanding her remarkable personality.…
Interview: Magda Haroun, head of Egypt’s Jewish community

Interview: Magda Haroun, head of Egypt’s Jewish community

"The daughter of Israel's enemy has become the president of the Jewish community in Egypt." So said Yedioth Ahronoth, describing…
Morsy’s ouster: Understanding international reaction

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

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

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

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

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…
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