Features/Interviews
A day at the Moqattam clashes
March 23, 2013
A day at the Moqattam clashes
Over the past 26 months, Egyptians have protested in public squares, outside state-run institutions and, more than once, at…
There and back again: Egyptian workers remember their time in Iraq
March 21, 2013
There and back again: Egyptian workers remember their time in Iraq
The invasion of Iraq in 2003 was a devastating day for Samir Shahin, even though more than a decade has…
Brotherhood headquarters proves to be dangerous territory for protesters
March 21, 2013
Brotherhood headquarters proves to be dangerous territory for protesters
At the highest point in Cairo, in the suburb of Moqattam, stands the headquarters of the Muslim Brotherhood, the party…
On the legacy of the Iraq War: Q&A with Rashid Khalidi
March 20, 2013
On the legacy of the Iraq War: Q&A with Rashid Khalidi
In commemoration of the 10-year anniversary of the US-led invasion of Iraq, Egypt Independent spoke to American historian Rashid Khalidi…
Breaking the news mold: Egypt’s community media gains a much-needed voice
March 17, 2013
Breaking the news mold: Egypt’s community media gains a much-needed voice
When major clashes in areas like Mansoura or Port Said break out, the Egyptian and international press descend upon the…
Children of the revolution: Youth wage street battles
March 14, 2013
Children of the revolution: Youth wage street battles
As the firing of a tear gas canister signaled the renewal of clashes on Qasr al-Nil Bridge, two 15-year-olds stood…
Abu Ismail builds on support by launching a new party in a turbulent political scene
March 14, 2013
Abu Ismail builds on support by launching a new party in a turbulent political scene
Salafi preacher and former presidential hopeful Hazem Salah Abu Ismail has raised a flag and is calling on the masses…
Judicial committee proves military violations, presidency remains tightlipped
March 11, 2013
Judicial committee proves military violations, presidency remains tightlipped
A report issued by a judicial fact-finding committee appointed by President Mohamed Morsy last June has proved serious…
Years after deadly rockslide, Duweiqa residents still await relocation
March 11, 2013
Years after deadly rockslide, Duweiqa residents still await relocation
Gamal Ramadan knocks against a bedroom wall and parts of it break off, setting free some cockroaches that were nesting…