Egypt

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.

Sinai Terrorists Hit Gas Pipeline

Sinai-based terrorists blow up a pipeline that transports gas to Jordan, the latest in a series of similar attacks since 2011.

In Unexpected Move, Egypt's Interim Govt. Resigns

In surprise move, interim PM announces resignation on TV, move thought to pave road for military chief Sisi's presidential bid.

Morsi Accused of Leaking Secrets to Iran

Prosecutors accused Egypt's ousted president of leaking state secrets to Iran's Revolutionary Guards as part of a plot to destabilize Egypt.

Jordan, Israel Strike Natural Gas Deal

Amman the first to sign natural gas import agreement with Israel after Egyptian pipeline becomes too unreliable.

Egypt Charges Two as ‘Mossad Agents’

Egypt accuses two men of spying for Israel, one charged with sexual ties to Mossad agents.

Sinai Jihadists Promise More Attacks

Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis says bus that exploded in Taba was "headed toward the Zionists", promises to continue its war against Egypt.

Egyptian Play Blames Mossad for Arab Spring

Anti-Semitic play which aired on Egyptian television shows "hareidi Mossad agents" preparing "to control the whole world".

Al-Qaeda Linked Group Claims Taba Attack

"We will continue to harm Egypt", declares Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis terror group.

Mohammed Morsi Stands Trial in Egypt for Conspiracy

Morsi's 3rd trial ends before it begins when the defense walks out because of glass partition in the courtroom. 35 also tried for terrorism.

Egypt Creating Buffer Zone Along Gaza Border

Egypt continues its crackdown on Gaza’s Hamas rulers, destroys 10 smuggling tunnels.

Egypt Gives Death Sentences to Terrorists

Crackdown on Muslim Brotherhood intensifies as government gives death sentences to 14 men.

Egypt Breaks Up Brotherhood 'Military Wing'

Egypt announces it broke up a "military wing" of the Muslim Brotherhood, which was formed to attack policemen.

Popular Egyptian Activist to Run for President

Hamdeen Sabbahi, who came in third in the 2012 elections, announces he will run again.

Egypt Kills 16 Terrorists Near Gaza

Egyptian army reports airstrike took out 16 in Sinai near Gaza, latest in string of clashes between Islamists and Egyptian army in region.

Egypt's Army: Sisi Was 'Misinterpreted'

Egypt's army says a Kuwaiti newspaper "misinterpreted" comments by Abdel Fattah al-Sisi that he will run for the presidency.

Report: Egypt's Sisi Confirms Presidential Bid

Egyptian army chief reportedly confirms to Kuwaiti newspaper that he will run for president.

Egyptian Court Upholds Ban on Muslim Brotherhood

Court turns down Muslim Brotherhood's appeal against a verdict ordering the seizure of the group's funds.

Egyptian Army Kills Senior Member of Al-Qaeda Inspired Group

Egyptian military kills eight terrorists in the Sinai, including a senior member of Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis.

Morsi Strikes Defiant Tone as Another Trial Begins

"I am the president of the republic," shouts ousted Egyptian president as he faces trial over his escape from prison in 2011.

Top Egyptian General Assassinated

Egyptian police general assassinated in an attack claimed by the Al-Qaeda inspired group Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis.

Egypt's Army Backs Sisi for Presidency

Egypt's top military body backs Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to run for the presidency. He is expected to resign as army chief within days.

Egypt Announces Early Presidential Elections

Egypt announces early presidential elections which many speculate will be won by military chief General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.

Libya: Abducted Egyptian Diplomats Freed

Five Egyptian diplomats who were abducted by Libyan former rebels were released late Sunday.

Egypt Evacuates Diplomatic Missions in Libya

Egypt evacuates embassy in Tripoli and consulate in Benghazi after kidnappers seized four Egyptian diplomats.

Death Toll in Egypt's Bloody Saturday Rises to 29

29 dead in Egypt as clashes break out during rival rallies on the anniversary of the 2011 revolt.

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Massive Explosions Rock Cairo's Police HQ

Car bomb destroys part of headquarters, second blast targets subway station. Timed for anniversary of uprising that toppled Mubarak.

Egypt's Interim PM Backs Sisi for President

Sisi "is a candidate who we can count on," says Egypt’s interim Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi.

Egyptian Journalist: We Should Teach Hamas a Lesson

Egypt should learn from Israel and “teach Hamas a lesson” until they learn to "respect the Egyptian shoe," says local journalist.

Report: Sisi Preparing Electoral Agenda

Egypt’s army chief is reportedly preparing the electoral agenda he will present when announcing his candidacy for the presidency.

Sinai Terrorists Blow Up Natural Gas Pipeline

Strong explosion rocks central Sinai after explosives were planted beneath the gas pipeline connected to cement factories in the area.

Officials: Gaza Ceasefire Is Dead

Defense officials reportedly view Pillar of Cloud ceasefire as moot, as barrage of rockets closes non-reinforced schools in Ashdod.

Egypt Government Hails High Referendum Turnout

Preliminary tallies suggest that more than 90 percent of Egyptians have voted in favor of the new constitution.

Egyptian Official Hints Constitution was Overwhelmingly Approved

95% of voters may have approved Egypt's new constitution, says official as vote counting is underway.

Egyptian Officials: First the Muslim Brotherhood, then Hamas

Senior Egyptian officials say the military plans to take on Hamas in Gaza, which is a "threat to Egypt's national security."

Egypt: 11 Dead as Country Votes on New Constitution

Voter turnout reportedly high, but clashes continue.

Muslim Brotherhood Warned Ahead of Egypt Referendum

Egypt's interior minister warns the Muslim Brotherhood that troops will use unprecedented force if vote on new constitution is disrupted.

Hamas Terrorists Showcase 'Bravery' - by Playing Chicken

Islamist group's events commemorating Cast Lead 'victory' include 'test of courage' in which terrorists duck under oncoming truck.

Survey: Egypt Overtaking Saudis As Most Conservative

Survey of 7 Arab countries: Saudis think women should cover all but eyes in public, yet half for women choosing clothes.

Egypt's Sisi: I'll Run if the People Demand It

Egypt's popular army chief says he would run for president if the people demand it and the military supports him.

Egypt: Prison Sentences for 63 Brotherhood Supporters

63 Muslim Brotherhood supporters given three years on charges including rioting and weapons possession.

Mubarak's Last PM: I'll Run if Sisi Doesn't

Former Egyptian President's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, says he'll run for president if the army chief does not.

Egyptian Officials Kidnapped in the Sinai

Egyptian labor ministry official and three trade union activists kidnapped in the Sinai, in what may be another terrorist attack.

Muslim Brotherhood Complains to International Criminal Court

In backlash to Egyptian military crackdown, Muslim Brotherhood approaches ICC. Lawyer: Egyptian 'military regime' can be prosecuted.

Brotherhood Leader Planned an Egyptian 'Revolutionary Guard'

A former member of Al-Qaeda says that a deputy in the Muslim Brotherhood planned a “Revolutionary Guard” modeled after Iran’s unit.

Report: Egypt's Sisi to Run for President

Egypt's defense minister expected to step down to pave the way for his nomination in the upcoming presidential elections, says local media.