Egypt

Egypt Charges 200 Members of Jihadist Group

Egypt charges 200 suspected members of the Al-Qaeda-inspired Ansar Bayt Al-Maqdis with carrying out over 50 attacks.

Sisi Warns There Will Be No Free Egyptian Press

Ex-army chief and likely future president tells editors not to expose corruption for national stability; four journalists still jailed.

Hamas Must Recognize Israel, Says Egyptian Official

Egypt’s former foreign minister says Hamas must recognize the existence of Israel in order to make a Palestinian state possible.

Egypt's Sisi Demands Israel Recognize 'Palestine'

Ex-army chief and likely future president demands recognition of 'Palestine' with capital in Jerusalem, gives lip service to Israel treaty.

Sisi: Muslim Brotherhood is 'Finished'

Egypt's leading presidential candidate declares that the Muslim Brotherhood movement will not return if he's elected.

Egyptian TV: Simpsons Episode Proves Syria War is a Conspiracy

Egyptian television channel cites a scene from "The Simpsons" as proof that the United States caused the Arab Spring revolutions.

Sisi: I Survived Two Assassination Attempts

Egypt's leading presidential candidate reveals there were two attempts to kill him, stresses he is not afraid.

ICC Rejects Muslim Brotherhood Request to Probe Egypt's Military

ICC says it rejected a bid by the Muslim Brotherhood to probe the military's alleged crimes against humanity in Egypt.

Egypt Rejects Criticism of Mass Death Sentence

Egypt's Justice Minister slams the world for "outside interference" after Cairo is criticized for mass death sentences.

Ashton Denounces Egypt's Mass Trials

EU's foreign policy chief says Egypt's sentencing of 683 people to death breaches international law.

White House: Egypt Death Sentences Deeply Troubling

White House condemns the death sentences handed in Egypt to 683 supporters of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Sisi Calls for Big Turnout in Presidential Election

Former Egyptian army chief wants "unprecedented numbers" in upcoming vote.

Morsi Supporters Receive Sentences of 5 to 88 Years

Court in Egypt sentences 11 supporters of ousted President to prison terms ranging from five to 88 years for rioting.

2 Dead in Clashes in Egypt

Two killed in clashes in the Egyptian city of Fayoum, as Morsi supporters continue protest campaign against his overthrow.

Egypt Bans 'World Nargila Championship'

Nargila water-pipe smoking competition in Cairo banned due to breach of World Health Organization's anti-tobacco laws.

Egyptian Journalist: Al-Sisi Has Jewish Origins

Egyptian journalist claims leading presidential candidate grew up next to former Israeli Defense Minister.

Egypt Claims to Have 'Eliminated' Terrorism From Sinai Peninsula

In a bold announcement Thursday, the Egyptian Army said that it had achieved 'total security control' over the entire Sinai peninsula.

Egypt Foils Attempt to Smuggle Jewish Artefacts Out the Country

Egyptian authorities say artefacts, including 11 Torah cases, are more than a century old.

Canada 'Tremendously Concerned' About the Muslim Brotherhood

Canadian Foreign Minister notes Canada's 'aggressive stand when it comes to listings [of terror groups]' but does not commit to ban.

Morsi's Daughter: The Man in Prison is Not My Father

The daughter of former Egyptian President claims the televised footage showing the ousted leader in prison is not of her father.

Egypt Tries to Curb Brotherhood's Influence Over Mosques

Egypt licenses thousands of state-approved clerics in a bid to stop places of worship from falling “into the hands of extremists.”

Former Egyptian President's Widow Slams American Policy

Jehan Sadat, widow of Anwar Sadat, says she is “sick and tired” of U.S. policy towards Egypt.

Al-Qaeda Head's Former Deputy Arrested in Egypt

Thirwat Salah Shehata, a senior Islamist close to Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri, arrested in a Cairo suburb.

Al-Qaeda Head's Brother to Face Trial in Egypt

Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri's brother will stand trial with 67 others for forming a "terrorist group" and plotting attacks.

Human Rights Watch Urges Kerry to Delay Aid to Egypt

Human Rights Watch calls on Washington not to resume military assistance to Egypt until its government ends human rights abuses.

Did Mubarak Support Sisi for Egypt's President?

Egyptian website claims former president Mubarak supported Abdel Fattah al-Sisi for president. Mubarak's lawyer: Not true.

Bombings Outside Cairo University Kill Two, Injure Seven

Four bombs detonate outside university campus, shocking students and sending government officials scrambling.

Egypt: Detained Al Jazeera Journalists Denied Bail

Egyptian court rejects a plea for bail by jailed Al Jazeera journalists who are charged of having links with the Muslim Brotherhood.

Egypt Calls for Reparations - from Biblical Times

Egyptian commentator calls for Israel to provide compensation for materials Torah says Jews took during Passover story.

Egypt Announces Date of Presidential Elections

The first round of voting in the Egyptian presidential election will be May 26 and 27, announces election commission.

Egypt Sentences 2 Morsi Supporters to Death

Two Islamists who were convicted of throwing youths off an apartment block roof sentenced to death.

Journalist Killed in Day of Violence in Egypt

Four people, including a woman journalist, killed in Cairo as police clash with Islamists protesting against Sisi's presidency bid.

Sisi's Replacement in Egypt Sworn In

General Sedki Sobhi appointed Egypt's armed forces chief and defense minister, a day after Abdel Fattah el-Sisi resigned.

Egypt Announces New Trial for 919 Islamists

Egypt's chief prosecutor orders trials for 919 suspected Islamists, days after 529 Brotherhood supporters were sentenced to death.

Brotherhood Says Sisi 'Not Suitable' to be President

Muslim Brotherhood warns there will be no stability with Abdel Fattah el-Sisi as president.

U.S. Officials: Iranian Weapons Might Have Been Meant for Sinai

Some U.S. intelligence analysts say that the Iranian rocket shipment seized by Israel may have been destined for the Sinai.

U.S. Warns Egypt Against Executing Brotherhood Supporters

Executing 529 Brotherhood supporters may affect the aid that Washington provides to Cairo, says State Department.

Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood Leader Faces Trial

After court sentences 529 Islamists to death Monday, Brotherhood's 'spiritual leader' among nearly 700 more in the dock.

US Calls for Egypt to Hold Fair Trial for Accused Islamists

Washington 'deeply concerned' over death sentences handed down to 529 Muslim Brotherhood leaders, call for rights to 'civil liberties.'

IDF Soldiers Come under Fire from Egypt

Shots reported from Egyptian border targeting IDF forces. No one was hurt.

Arab League Summit Backs Abbas's Stubbornness in Talks

Middle East Muslim countries declare refusal to recognize Israel as a Jewish state, as they grapple with regional conflicts.

Sexual Harassment Video Sparks Controversy in Cairo

Viral video shows woman fleeing from baying mob at Cairo University, as law school dean implies victim partially to blame.

Hamas Slams Egypt's Siege of Gaza

Hamas sharply criticizes Egypt's closure of the Rafiah border crossing, says restrictions on Gaza are a "crime against humanity."

Egyptian Arrested for 'Loving Israel'

24-year-old Egyptian arrested for writing to Israeli nationals on Facebook and declaring his love for the Jewish state.

Gazan Sick Protest Egyptian Siege

Hamas-organized protest belies blaming of Israel, demands passage for medical treatment through Egypt's closed Rafah Crossing.

Egypt Promises 'Decisive Action' After Gunmen Kill 6 Soldiers

Without naming suspects, Egypt vows crackdown on Islamists after unidentified gunmen leave bombs at checkpoint.

Days After Rocket Barrage Gaza Left Powerless

Lone Gaza power plant shuts down Saturday lacking fuel. Israel cites Hamas fight with PA over fuel taxes as culprit.

'Sisi Election Returning Egypt To Military Dictatorship'

Former Egyptian PM says he pulled out of election race 'comedy show' because it will be rigged for army chief Sisi.

EU Blames Israel for 'Humanitarian Situation' in Gaza

Egyptian crackdown on Gaza terror tunnels, energy supplies is Israel's fault, EU claims.

Bomb Explodes Outside Israeli Embassy in Cairo

Home-made bomb explodes in front of the Israeli embassy in Cairo. No one hurt.

Egypt Deports Women Activists who Tried to Enter Gaza

Egypt deports dozens of women activists who flew in to Cairo in a bid to reach neighboring Gaza.

Egypt Blocks 100 Female Activists On Way to Gaza

European and American activists detained in Egypt crackdown; had planned to spend International Women's Day under Hamas.

Egypt Deports Nobel Laureate who Tried to Enter Gaza

Egypt detains and deports Nobel Laureate and anti-Israel activist Mairead Maguire, who tried to enter Gaza through Rafiah.

Egypt's Sisi Hints He Will Run for President

After many rumors, Sisi finally says he can't 'turn his back on calls by majority of Egyptians' for his presidential campaign.

Egyptian Court Bans Hamas

Hamas furious, blames move as 'serving the Occupation.'

Egyptian Policemen Given 10 Years for Killing Blogger

Two Egyptian policemen given 10 years in jail for the killing of a blogger whose death rallied protesters in the 2011 revolt.

Morsi's Trial Postponed Due to 'Bad Weather'

Ousted Egyptian president's murder adjourned to Tuesday after "bad weather" prevents him from being transported from prison to court.

Egypt: Gunmen Murder Police Guard of Morsi Judge

Gunmen kill an Egyptian policeman who was on a security team guarding the home of a judge in the trial of ousted president.

Egypt's Military Has Cured AIDS?

Army announces 100% cure for AIDS and hepatitis C. Doctors call the 'cure' a 'scientific scandal.'

Egypt’s FM Concerned About Knesset Debate on Temple Mount

Egypt’s Foreign Minister calls on Israel not to allow “extremists” to lead the political scene.