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A tribute to Ibrahim Aslan

A tribute to Ibrahim Aslan

In a world like the one we live in, it is difficult to find someone who will give credit to…
Women, revolution, and army

Women, revolution, and army

The human body has been front and center of this revolution since the early days of its outbreak last January. …
For Christmas, a message of faith, comfort and resistance

For Christmas, a message of faith, comfort and resistance

On Saturday, the Coptic Orthodox Church celebrated the birth of Jesus. More than a memory, the nativity sends powerful messages…
Egypt’s new war of information

Egypt’s new war of information

The war of information in Egypt — one that has been at the heart of this revolution since its inception — is…
Raiding NGOs: The new way forward

Raiding NGOs: The new way forward

Egyptians bid farewell to 2011 with news of raids and closure of human rights organizations last week. Although the news…
The real tragedy behind the fire of Institut d’Egypte

The real tragedy behind the fire of Institut d’Egypte

When I heard that the Institut d’Egypte was set on fire on Saturday, 17 December, I did not hesitate to…
Allies for democracy? Or not?

Allies for democracy? Or not?

Nearly a year after the 25 January revolution, Egypt is in the midst of turmoil. On the brink of civil…
The Salafi ascent: All too modern

The Salafi ascent: All too modern

The first round of parliamentary elections has sent shock waves through many Egyptians. The Salafi Nour Party garnered almost 25…
Palestine’s Couch Party

Palestine’s Couch Party

Some have called Egypt’s revolution "the Comical Revolution" because of the jokes and satirical slogans used by Egyptians, well known…
Building walls, losing sovereignty

Building walls, losing sovereignty

Prior to the American invasion and subsequent occupation of Iraq in 2003, the only military force in the modern Middle…
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