Egypt

Egyptian General killed as Army Retakes Islamist-Held Town

Egyptian Police general has been killed as forces raided Kerdassa, held by supporters of ousted President Mohamed Morsi.

Egypt Freezes Brotherhood's Assets, Arrests its Spokesman

Egypt continues its ongoing crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood.

Egypt to Re-open Rafiah for Special Cases, Say PA Sources

Egyptian authorities will open the Rafiah crossing between Egypt and Gaza for students and medical patients, says PA.

Egyptian Military Seizes Islamist-Held Town

Local residents had appealed for help after being harassed and "taxed" by Islamist fighters.

Egyptian Government Defends Al Jazeera Ban

Government's "Media Advisor" justified nationwide ban on channel deemed sympathetic to the Muslim Brotherhood.

Sinai: Terrorists Target Egyptian Police Convoy

Roadside bomb hits Egyptian Police convoy, as operation to root-out Islamist radicals continues.

Egypt Finds Evidence of Hamas Involvement in Sinai Terror

Hamas rejects Egyptian army's allegations that it has been cooperating with Sinai terrorists.

Egypt Threatens Islamist Protesters with Crackdown

Egypt's interior ministry warns Islamist protesters it will crack down on them if they block roads or obstruct traffic.

U.S. Calls on Egypt to Cancel State of Emergency

"We remain opposed, as we have from the beginning, to the state of emergency" in Egypt, says State Department.

Egypt Tanks Cross Gaza Border Fence

As the Egyptian army steps up its crackdown against Islamic terrorists in the Sinai, two tanks have crossed a fence around the Gaza Strip.

Islamic Terrorists Behind Twin Car Bombs in Sinai

A double suicide bomb attack in Egypt's Sinai kills six; attack follows a major military offensive on Islamic terrorist activity.

Video: What Do Egyptians Know About the Holocaust?

MEMRI video shows child journalist hitting the streets in Egypt and asking locals about the Holocaust.

Head of Egyptian Movement Survives Assassination Attempt

Gunmen open fire on car of head of Egypt's Tamarod youth movement, which led protests against ousted president.

Egypt: 'Israeli Spy Stork' Killed and Eaten

The latest “Israeli animal spy”, a stork that was detained by Egyptian police on suspicion of spying, has been killed and eaten.

Sinai Terror Group Claims Failed Attempt on Minister's Life

Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai claims responsibility for a failed assassination attempt that targeted Egypt’s interior minister.

Sinai: Dozens Killed in Egyptian Army Assault

Egyptian military mounts what is reportedly the largest operation in Sinai since 1973.

Egypt: 11 Brotherhood Members Sentenced to Life

Egyptian military court sentences 11 members of the Muslim Brotherhood to life in prison for "aggression" against the army.

Egyptian Judicial Body: Dissolve Muslim Brotherhood

State Commissioners Authority recommends that the Muslim Brotherhood be dissolved and its headquarters closed.

Another Senior Muslim Brotherhood Member Arrested in Egypt

Egyptian security forces have arrested Muslim Brotherhood leading figure Saad El-Husseini, the latest in a string of arrests.

PM: No One Had Better Violate Our Rosh Hashana Peace

Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Israelis to relax during the coming three day holiday, warning Israel's neighbors not to violate the calmness

Egyptian Defense in Gaza Takes Cues from Israeli Policies

Egypt's new policies to defend itself from Gaza terrorists arereminiscent of the steps Israel has taken, which Egypt once criticized.

Egypt Arrests Al-Qaeda Head in Sinai

Muhammad Ibrahim, commander of an Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai peninsula, arrested in ambush by security forces.

Morsi to be Tried for Inciting to Murder

Egypt's state prosecutor refers ousted President Mohammed Morsi for trial on charges of inciting the murder of protesters.

Egypt Arrests ‘Zionist Spy Duck’

Egypt arrests water fowl suspected of serving as an Israeli spy.

Report: Brotherhood Leader Suffered Heart Attack

Egypt’s Interior Ministry denies media report that Muslim Brotherhood head Mohamed Badie died from a heart attack in prison.

Egypt: Terror Attack in Suez Canal Fails

Authorities in the Suez Canal say that a terrorist staged an unsuccessful attack on a container ship passing through the canal.

Egypt: 6 Dead in Clashes During Protests

At least six people killed in Egypt as violent clashes erupt between Morsi supporters and security forces.

Muslim Brotherhood Protest on Friday Amid Crackdowns

The group tries to regain footing by rallying again on Friday. Meanwhile, their members are being arrested daily.

Egypt: US Citizen Arrested for 'Breaking Curfew'

Egyptian sources claim arrested man is a retired US armed forces officer.

Two Morsi Supporters Dead in Clashes South of Cairo

Two supporters of ousted Egyptian president shot dead as military forces disperse a rally in Beni Suef.

Lawyer: Muslim Brotherhood's 'Supreme Guide' Abused by Police

A lawyer for Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood says that Mohammed Badie was beaten by police during his arrest last week.

Thwarted Attempts by Hamas to Hit Security Sites in Sinai

Egyptian Security Forces foiled the intentions of Hamas' military wing to damage security sites and troops stationed in Sinai.

No More Kosher Food from Egypt

Violence in Egypt finally puts an end to kosher food exports.

Hamas to Egypt: Reopen the Border Crossing

Gaza’s terrorist rulers urge Egypt to reopen the border crossing that was closed after a terror attack on Egyptian security personnel.

Morsi Supporters Call for 'Day of Martyrs' on Friday

Supporters of deposed Egyptian president call on Egyptians to hold "Friday of Martyrs" protests against the military.

Mubarak to be Placed Under House Arrest

Egypt's prime minister orders that former president be placed under house arrest when he is released from prison after more than two years.

Hagel and Yaalon Discuss Egypt and Syria

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks with his Israeli counterpart about Egypt, Iran and the ongoing violence in Syria.

Egypt: Court Orders Release of Former President Mubarak

Former Egyptian strongman will remain in jail for 48 hours pending appeal.

ElBaradei to be Tried for Breach of Trust

Lawsuit filed against Egypt’s former interim Vice President over his failure to consult his supporters before resigning.

U.S. Denies Aid to Egypt Was Cut Off

Media reports suggesting that the United States has cut aid to Egypt are inaccurate, says White House spokesman.

Egypt: We're Losing Patience with Turkey

Egypt warns it is losing patience with Turkey, after Erdogan accuses Israel of being behind the removal of Morsi.

Remand of Muslim Brotherhood's 'Supreme Guide' Extended

Egypt’s public prosecutor extends the detention of Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohammed Badie pending investigation.

U.S. Slams Erdogan's Allegations of Israel's Role Ousting Morsi

After Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan made comments about Israel's connection in Morsi's ousting, The White House quickly reprimands him.

Hasson: When it Comes to Egypt, Israel Needs to Stay Out

MK praises Netanyahu for non-involvement in Arab struggles. ‘Israel must not have anything to do with it.’

Turkish Prime Minister: Israel Behind Egypt Coup

Recep Tayyip Erdogan's latest comments entirely consistent with a history of anti-Semitic remarks and conspiracy theories.

Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood's Supreme Guide Arrested

Mohammed Badie, the Supreme Guide of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, was arrested Monday night in northern Cairo.

Israeli Official to U.S.: Back Egypt Army or Risk Peace Talks

Israel is worried that if the U.S. alienates Egypt, it would negatively affect the renewed peace talks.

Egypt Releases Video of MB Snipers Firing on Security Forces

Egypt releases a video which it says shows Brotherhood snipers firing onto security forces who dispersed as a protester camp.

U.S.: No Decision Yet on Freezing Aid to Egypt

State Department says it has yet to make a decision on whether to freeze assistance to Egypt, says the matter is being reviewed.

Hagel: US Ability to Influence Egypt 'Limited'

Chuck Hagel said that Washington was doing its best to stabilize the situation in Egypt, but there was only so much the U.S. could do

Murdered in Cold Blood

Chilling evidence emerges of attack by Islamists which killed 25 Egyptian soldiers.

Sources: Mubarak Set to be Released This Week

Hosni Mubarak is likely to be released from prison this week, his lawyers said, after corruption charges are dropped.

Kuwait Deports Nine Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood Supporters

Officials deported pro-Morsi protesters that illegally demonstrated outside of the Egyptian Consulate in Roudha.

Merkel Considering Halting Arms Exports to Egypt

German chancellor says that stopping arms shipments to Egypt would be an appropriate way to pressure the country to end the violence.

Cairo: More than 30 Killed in Attempted Islamist Jailbreak

At least 36 Islamist prisoners were killed when gunmen ambushed trucks transferring detainees to a north Cairo prison.

Beilin: The Egyptian Army Rigged the Election

Former minister reveals that the Egyptian army rigged the results of last year’s elections, fearing protests from the Muslim Brotherhood.

Lieberman: Israel Totally Uninvolved in Egypt Conflict

Israel is not and will not be involved in any way in the ongoing conflict in Egypt, MK Avigdor Lieberman said.

EU to 'Urgently Review' Ties with Egypt

As death toll continues to mount, the European Union warns of 'unpredictable consequences.'

Egyptian Cabinet Holds Crisis Meeting

Meeting comes as government seeks to outlaw Muslim Brotherhood, following weeks of bloodshed.

Egypt's Christians Attack Western Media Coverage

Egypt's Coptic Christian church criticizes "media fallacies that are prevalent in Western countries" when dealing with Islamist terrorism.