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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.

Egyptian Police Shut Passage to Israel

Egyptian police closed a commercial passage with Israel on Sunday in support protest over officers' abduction.

Sinai Bedouin Hint: We Were Better Off Under Israel

Sinai Bedouin blame interior ministry for kidnappings in the region and say: We've already paid a price for Israel returning the land.

Egypt: Terrorists Planned to Bomb Cairo Embassies

Terrorists arrested in Egypt over the weekend were planning to attack the U.S. and French embassies, officials said.

Egyptian Lawmakers: Remove Israeli Ambassador

Members of Egypt’s upper house of parliament demand that the Israeli ambassador be removed because of "assaults on Al-Aqsa."

Mubarak's Lawyer Denies His Client Gave a Newspaper Interview

Mubarak reportedly told a privately-owned newspaper that it was "too early" to judge successor Morsi.

Egyptian Islamists Protest Against Israel

Dozens of Islamist protesters gather at the Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo, hold an anti-Israel demonstration.

Two Missiles Target Russian Passenger Plane Over Syria: Report

Unidentified assailants fired two land-to-air missiles at a Russian passenger plane carrying over 150 people when it flew over Syria.

Egypt Arrests 12 'Black Bloc' Members at Presidency

Egyptian police arrests 12 members of "Black Bloc" following clashes outside Cairo's presidential palace.

Egypt Assures Hagel: We're Committed to Peace with Israel

Egypt’s leaders have assured visiting U.S. Defense Secretary that they are committed to their country’s peace treaty with Israel.

Israeli Bedouin Imprisoned in Egypt Begins Hunger Strike

An Israeli Bedouin who has been imprisoned in Egypt for more than 12 years on spying charges has begun an open-ended hunger strike.

Egypt to Try Detained Qaddafi Cousin, Wanted in Libya

Egypt will try a cousin and top aide of late Libyan leader Muammar Qaddafi on charges of attempted murder.

Egypt: 39 Hurt in Clashes Between Islamists and Opposition

At least 39 hurt after opposition activists march on thousands of Islamists rallying outside the Supreme Court in Cairo.

Leader of Egyptian Jewish Community Brought to Rest

More than a hundred mourners came to pay their last respects to Carmen Weinstein, who died this week at 84.

Radical Egyptian Cleric: Boston Bombing Meant to Send a Message

A radical Egyptian Salafi cleric said that the terror attack in Boston was meant to tell the West that terrorists are alive and well.

Muslim Brotherhood Links Boston Attack to Anti-Islam Conspiracy

A leader of Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood on Tuesday linked the Boston bombings to an anti-Islam conspiracy.

New Head of Egyptian Jews Will Refuse Israeli Financial Help

New leader of Egypt's Jewish community says she'll refuse Israeli offers of financial help for the renovation of Egypt's synagogues.

Egypt Summons Canadian Envoy Over Baird's Jerusalem Visit

Egypt's foreign ministry summoned Canada's charge d'affaires in Cairo, over FM John Baird's visit to eastern Jerusalem.

Egypt Keeping Gaza Peace with Israel

Egypt is largely responsible for helping to maintain the cease fire between Israel and Hamas terrorist-run Gaza, says a Mideast expert.

Judge in Mubarak's Retrial Resigns Within Seconds

The judge in the retrial of ousted Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak stepped aside just seconds after the opening of the first hearing.

Head of Egypt's Jewish Community Dies at 84

Carmen Weinstein, the leader of Egypt's small remaining Jewish community, died on Saturday at the age of 84.

Egyptian Protesters Operated on Without Anesthetic, Says Report

Egyptian army doctors were ordered to operate without anesthetic on wounded protesters, says a report on military malpractice.

Sinai Bedouin Kidnap and Release a Hungarian Peacemaker

Armed Bedouin tribesmen freed a Hungarian peacekeeper in Egypt's Sinai after briefly detaining him.

Report: Egyptian Army Tortured, Killed Civilians During Uprising

Egypt's armed forces participated in forced disappearances, torture and killings during the 2011 uprising, a leaked report finds.

Egypt’s Mubarak-Era PM ‘Not Guilty’ on Corruption

Egypt’s final Mubarak-era prime minister was found “not guilty” on corruption charges Sunday.

Egypt: One Killed in Clashes Between Muslims and Copts

One killed in clashes at Cairo's Coptic cathedral, after funeral prayers for four Christians during which Copts chanted against Morsi.

Reports: Egypt Slams Hamas Over Rocket Attacks on Israel

Egypt has demanded explanations from Hamas as to how it is allowing terror groups to fire rockets into southern Israel, reports said

Egyptian Court Rules Against Extraditing Qaddafi Cousin

An Egyptian court ruled against extraditing Muammar Qaddafi’s cousin to Libya, where he is wanted on corruption charges.

US Embassy Deletes Tweet Following Spat With Egypt

US Embassy in Cairo deletes controversial tweet about attacks on freedom of expression in Egypt following complaints by President Morsi.

Egypt Denies Hamas Man Wanted Over Border Attack

Egypt denies reports that a top Hamas military commander was wanted by Cairo in connection with the killing in August of 16 border guards.

Haniyeh in Cairo to Bemoan 'Israeli Truce Violations'

Hamas leader Ismail Haniya traveled to Cairo on Saturday to discuss "Israeli violations" of truce following Operation Pillar of Defense.

Egypt Arrests Scuba Divers Accused of Cutting Internet Cables

The Egyptian military has arrested three scuba divers accused of cutting an undersea Internet cable off coast of Alexandria.

Opposition, Islamists Clash in Cairo

Opposition protesters clash with Islamists near Muslim Brotherhood headquarters in Cairo, after activists march to the building.