Egypt

Fatah: Hamas Stirring Up Trouble in Egypt

Fatah spokesman: Hamas put its alliance with the Muslim Brotherhood before its concern for the "Palestinian cause".

Ziad Bahaa El-Din Offered to be Egypt's Next PM

After Salafists object to Mohamed ElBaradei, Egypt offers commercial lawyer Ziad Bahaa El-Din to become Prime Minister.

Iran Says Egypt Coup ‘Improper,' Russia Warns of ‘Civil War’

Iran calls overthrow of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi 'improper' and Russia is warning the country is on the brink of “civil war.”

Fears for Egypt's Christians following Murder, Arson Attacks

Islamists accused of series of attacks on Christians, including the murder of a priest, and arson attacks on churches and Christian homes

Senator McCain Calls for Suspension of US Military Aid to Egypt

Republican Senator John McCain is calling for a suspension of US military aid to Egypt following army ouster of Islamist president Mursi.

Egyptians Brace for More Violence, Challenge to New Rule

Egyptians on both sides of the fence brace for protests as supporters and opponents of ousted president Mohamed Morsi gather to rally..

Wishful Thinking on the Arab Street

Obama on Egypt: We Don't Support One Party or Another

The United States is “not aligned” with any political party or group in Egypt, President Barack Obama clarifies.

Egyptian Presidency: ElBaradei is PM? Not Yet

Mohamed ElBaradei has not yet been chosen as Egypt’s interim prime minister, says spokesman.

ElBaradei is Egypt's Interim PM

The interim government is to rule Egypt until elections are held.

Egypt's Interim President Dissolves Parliament

Adly el-Mansour, the interim Egyptian head of state, dissolves the Islamist parliament by decree.

Ten Dead in Clashes Across Egypt

10 dead and 210 wounded in clashes across Egypt, involving opponents and supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi.

Erdogan Slams Egypt Coup

Turkey's prime minister condemns the military intervention that toppled Morsi as an enemy of democracy.

Egypt's Foreign Minister: There Was No Military Coup

Egyptian FM Mohamed Kamel Amr tells John Kerry that the overthrow of President Mohammed Morsi was not a military coup.

Russian Official: Egypt Proves 'Democracy Not Good For Everyone'

The Egyptian redux revolution proves, a top Russian politician said, it's that democracy is not a “one size fits all” system.

Citing Egypt, Feiglin Calls Army Radio a 'Threat to Democracy'

If Egypt is any example, Israel must immediately remove Army Radio from control of the IDF said MK Moshe Feiglin (Likud)

Morsi: Always Entertaining, Sometimes Bizarre

With the removal of Mohammed Morsi as President of Egypt the world is losing one of the more entertaining leaders

Egypt's New Interim President Mansour Sworn Into Office

Chief Justice Adly el-Mansour was officially sworn into office Thursday as the new transitional President of Egypt.

CNN: Egyptians Blame Obama for Morsi Repression

Egyptians have been protesting by the millions against now ex-President Mohammed Morsi - as well as against current President Barack Obama

Officials: Morsi's Replacement May be 'Better' for Israel

Israel is hopeful that whoever replaces Mohammed Morsi will be slightly less hostile to the Jewish state

After Ouster, Sinai Could Become a Nest of Terror, Israel Fears

Israeli officials are concerned that the crisis in Egypt could lead to a total breakdown of order in Sinai

Live Broadcast: Morsi Ousted by Egyptian Military

Flag-waving Egyptians in Tahrir Square celebrated with loud cheering and fireworks as President Morsi's ouster was made official.

Morsi Offers to Form Interim Coalition Government

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi offers to form an interim coalition government.

Live Video from Tahrir

Muslim Brotherhood, Egyptian Military Locked in Power Struggle

Egypt’s powerful military is ready to struggle for control of the country with the Muslim Brotherhood.

'Mubarak Must be Smiling When Seeing Morsi's Troubles'

Israel’s former ambassador to Egypt, Zvi Mazel, predicts that the fall of Mohammed Morsi and the Muslim Brotherhood are close.

Morsi Addresses Nation, Says He Won't Step Down

Morsi vows to protect his "constitutional legitimacy" with his life in a live speech.

Morsi to Army: I Will Not be Dictated To

Egypt's President demands that the withdraw a 48-hour ultimatum for him to resolve the conflict with his political opponents.

US Denies Urging Early Egyptian Elections

The State Department is denying reports that the U.S. is calling on Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi to schedule early elections.

Canada Shuts Down Cairo Embassy

Canada has shut down its embassy in Cairo as a result of continuing unrest in Egypt.

Egypt's Foreign Minister Resigns, Islamists Call for Rallies

Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohamed Kamel Amr has tendered his resignation, reports state news agency.

Muslim Brotherhood Rejects Army's Ultimatum

"The age of military coups is over," stresses Muslim Brotherhood member.

Video: Angry Egyptian TV Host Resigns On Air

Egyptian TV host Gamal Al-Shaer resigned live on air after the government censored his show.

Video: Clerics Joyful Over Murder of Four Shiites in Egypt

Egyptian clerics have expressed joy over the brutal murders of four Shiites, including prominent cleric Sheik Hassan Shehata.

Morsi's Spokesman: He's Made Errors; We Want Dialogue

Egypt's opposition urges protesters to stay on the streets until Morsi goes, as his spokesman urges dialogue.

Four People Killed in Egypt Protests

Four people are dead as millions hit the streets in Egypt on the anniversary of Morsi's inauguration.

22 Million Call for Morsi's Ouster, Egypt Prepares for Protests

Egypt prepares for a “million man protest” against President Morsi. More than 22 million have signed a petition demanding his departure.

American Killed in Clashes in Egypt

Two people, including one American, were killed in clashes between supporters and opponents of President Mohammed Morsi in Alexandria.

Foreign Ministry Issues Travel Warning to Egypt

Foreign Ministry calls on Israelis to avoid traveling to Egypt and leave the country if they are currently staying in it.

Muslim Brotherhood Member Killed in Egypt

A member of Egypt's ruling Muslim Brotherhood shot dead in an attack on the group's office in Zakazik.

Israel Keeping a Close Eye on Egypt Govt. Troubles

Millions are expected to take to the streets this weekend to demand the resignation of the administration of Mohammed Morsi

Morsi Admits: I've Made Some Errors

Political polarization in Egypt is threatening the country’s democracy, says Morsi ahead of planned protests by opposition.

Egypt Refers Nine to Trial for 'Spying for Israel'

Egypt's public prosecutor on Wednesday referred nine people, including six foreigners, to trial for allegedly spying for Israel.

Sunnis Lynch, Murder Shi'ites in Egypt

In a savage incident in Egypt Sunday, thousands of Sunnis lynched and murdered four Shi'ites in an Egyptian village

Hamas and Hizbullah Helped Egypt's Morsi Escape from Prison

Egyptian court says that Hamas and Hizbullah helped prisoners, including current President Morsi, escape in 2011.

Anglican Leader to Visit Kotel in 5 Day Mideast Visit

The leader of the world's Anglicans is to make a five-day visit to Israel, Egypt and Jordan. He is set to visit Western Wall, Yad Vashem.

Islamic Preacher: Protesting Against Morsi is a 'Rebellion'

Radical Islamic preacher warns that participation in protests against Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi is forbidden.

Egyptian Program to Spread 'Blood-Curdling Genocidal Fantasies'

ZOA calls on Obama administration to pressure Egypt to cancel broadcast of viciously anti-Semitic television Ramadan series.

Thousands of Egyptian Islamists Rally for Syria Jihad

Thousands of Islamists rallied in Cairo on Friday in support of calls by Sunni Muslim clerics for a holy war against Syrian President Assad.

Sinai on High Alert, Al Qaeda Sets Up Base

The Egyptian government has declared a high alert in Sinai following a high level of Al Qaeda terrorist activity in the region.

Egyptian Politician: Jews Use Human Blood for Passover Matzos

The Muslim world is keeping the “matzah blood libel” alive and well – even in Egypt, with which Israel has a peace treaty.

Syrian Minister: Morsi Should Close Israeli Embassy

Syria's Information Minister slams Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi's decision to cut off all ties with Damascus.

Egyptian Arrested for 'Spying' for the Mossad

Security forces have arrested an Egyptian on suspicion of spying for Israel.

Nearly 15 Million Sign Anti-Morsi Petition

Nearly 15 million people have signed a petition to to “remove confidence” in Egypt’s Islamist President Mohamed Morsi.

Danon: Conflict with PA 'Better Than Making More Mistaken Deals'

Deputy Defense Minister Danny Danon expects the Israel-PA conflict to be resolved with help from Egypt and Jordan, he said in an interview

Egypt Sentences Employees of Foreign NGOs to Jail

Cairo court sentences 43 Egyptian and foreign employees of several NGOs to jail sentences. Kerry condemns.

Egypt Seizes Explosives Meant for Sinai Smugglers

Egyptian authorities seize an entire ton of explosives destined for smugglers in the Sinai.

Egypt: From Energy Exporter to Energy Basket Case

Egyptians are suffering through their worst energy crisis in years, with citizens getting increasingly angry and impatient

Seven Abducted Security Personnel in Sinai Released

Seven Egyptian security personnel who were abducted by suspected Islamic fundamentalists in Sinai have been released, says army spokesman.

Egypt Said Readying Sinai Operation to Free Hostages

Egypt sent hundreds of troops and dozens of tanks into Sinai, in apparent preparation for a military operation to free kidnapped officers

Morsi Rejects Negotiations with Bedouin Kidnappers

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi bars negotiations with the kidnappers of three policemen and four soldiers.