Egypt

Egyptian 'Morsi Meter' Shows Lackluster Presidential Performance

A website designed to track Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi shows a lackluster performance in his first 100 days in office.

Morsi Meets Coptic Christians in Sinai

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi meets with Coptic families who fled from the town of Rafiah after receiving death threats.

Egypt: Christian Children Arrested for 'Insulting Religion'

Two Coptic Christian children, aged 10 and 9, arrested after being accused of tearing up pages of the Koran.

Arab Spring Blew in Rotten Economy

The rotten fruits of the Arab Spring have been poor economies, the Arab Monetary Fund says. It also cited the global financial crisis.

Morsi in Turkey, Calls for Support for Syria and 'Palestine'

In an address in Turkey, Egypt's president urges support "the nations that are aspiring to freedom and independence."

US Warns Female Missionaries against Egyptian Terrorists

The US has warned American female missionaries they are targets of terrorists in Egypt, where Christians are on the run from Islamists.

Egypt's PM Denies Copts Fled Homes in Sinai

Egypt’s PM Qandil denies Copts had fled their homes in Sinai, as officials and residents say the Christians received death threats.

Egypt Warns Israel Over Sinai

A senior Egyptian military official who has refused to be named has accused Israel of attempting to provoke Egypt.

Morsi: U.S. Should Show Respect for Arab Values

Egypt's President: If Washington asks Egypt to honor its treaty with Israel, it should live up to its commitment to Palestinian self-rule.

U.S. Warns Israel: Iran Strike May Affect Peace

U.S. officials recently warned Israel that Egypt and Jordan could annul their peace treaties with the Jewish State if it attacks Iran.

Shehata is New Egyptian Chief of Intelligence

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi on Wednesday appointed Maj.-Gen. Mohamed Ra'afat Shehata as his new chief of intelligence.

Egypt On High Alert in Sinai

Egyptian security services announce state of high alert in Sinai after receiving information about possible attacks on local officers.

Top Egyptian Cleric Calls for Global Ban on Islam Attacks

Egypt's top Muslim cleric on Saturday called for an international ban on all forms of attacks against Islam.

Obama: US Expects 'Full Cooperation' in Protection of Diplomats

Obama said Tuesday that he expects “full cooperation” from the “Muslim world” in protecting US diplomats from Mideast violence.

Congressmen Challenge Obama, Want Halt to Aid to Egypt

A Republican senator threatens a filibuster to suspend aid to Egypt and other countries where Americans have been attacked.

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Sinai Peninsula

An Egyptian soldier was killed on Sunday during clashes with armed Islamists in the Sinai Peninsula, says army spokesman.

Egyptian PM: Some Protesters Paid to Participate

Egypt's prime minister said a number of those involved in days of protests near the U.S. Embassy got paid to riot.

Global Jihadist Terror Attack on Egyptian Security HQ in Sinai

Three Egyptian security officers were wounded Sunday in an attack by jihadists on Egyptian government headquarters in northern Sinai.

Jordan Asks YouTube to Remove Anti-Islam Video Clips

The Jordanian government has asked YouTube to remove film clips “insulting Prophet Mohammed and hurting the feelings of Arabs and Muslims.”

Israeli Arabs Protest 'Anti-Muslim Video'

Hundreds of Arabs protested Saturday in Israel against an amateur video that satirized the life of Prophet Mohammed, founder of Islam.

Egypt Clears Out Anti-US Protesters in Cairo

Egyptian security forces cleared away anti-US protesters in Cairo as riots entered a fourth day on Saturday.

Terrorists Storm International Peacekeeping Base in Sinai

At least 3 hurt as dozens of armed Muslims storm the international peacekeeping force base in the Sinai Peninsula.

Google Blocks Anti-Islam Video Clip in Egypt and Libya

Google has confirmed that it has “temporarily” blocked access to the trailer of the anti-Muslim film in Egypt and Libya.

Update: 4 Rioters Dead, 34 Wounded at US Embassy in Yemen

Yemeni police opened fire on a crowd attempting to storm the US Embassy in Sana'a.

Kissinger 'Can Understand' Romney's 'Severe' Reaction to Attacks

Former U.S Secretary of State Henry Kissinger said, he “can understand” why Romney’s initial reaction to the violence was “quite severe.”

'Mentally Disturbed' Egyptian Storms El Al at Cairo Airport

An Egyptian man described as “mentally disturbed” tried to break into Israel's El Al offices Wednesday at Cairo International Airport.

Lawmakers Urge Libya, Egypt Aid be Stripped Following Attacks

Conservative lawmakers on Capitol Hill are urging that aid to Libya and Egypt be stripped from a six-month federal funding bill.

New Riots in Cairo

New riots broke out in Cairo Wednesday night, into Thursday morning, less than 48 hours after a US Ambassador was killed in Libya.

Libya Fair Game For Romney

Events In Libya Contrast Sharply With Obama's Acceptance Speech

Analysis: Despite the scandalized response of the Obama campaign, Mitt Romney is correct to criticize Obama on Libya.

Obama Administration Disavows Cairo Embassy Apology

The Obama administration is disavowing a statement from its own Cairo embassy that seemed to apologize for anti-Muslim activity in the U.S.

Israel Denies Blocking Jordan's Nuclear Plans

Israeli officials strongly deny Jordanian King Abdullah II's accusations that Israel seeks to block Amman's nuclear energy plans.

Libya Blames US for Ambassador's Murder by Benghazi Rioters

Libya apologized for the killing of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, but its deputy minister blamed the U.S. for his death.

Israeli Filmmaker in Hiding After Film Sparks Deadly Protests

A filmmaker went into hiding after his movie, which provides a negative view of Islam, sparked protests against U.S. diplomatic missions.

Muslim Extremists Kill US Ambassador in Libya

US Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans were killed in Libya in an attack by Islamists on the US Consulate in Benghazi.

Egypt Orders Arrest of Former PM Shafiq

Egyptian authorities order the arrest of Mubarak's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, on charges of corruption.

Deputy Chief of Staff Warns Against Regional War

Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Yair Naveh warns that terrorism along the borders with Syria and Egypt is increasing.

Egyptian Rioters Attempt to Invade US Embassy in Cairo

Egyptian rioters attempted to invade the U.S. Embassy in Cairo Tuesday, tearing down the American flag and burning it.

Intelligence Warns of Attacks Against Israeli and US Embassies

Egyptian intelligence warned that a radical jihadi group is planning to launch attacks against the US and Israeli embassies in Cairo.

Egypt Teams with Israel on Sinai Terrorism

Egypt is teaming with Israel for a major security operation to address terrorism in the Sinai Peninsula.

Video: Jewish Life in Egypt - after 3,000 Years, the End

With Muslim Brotherhood in power, the last functioning synagogue has been shut down.

No High Holy Day Minyan for Egyptian Jews in Alexandria

For the first time, Egyptian Jews will have no minyan for prayers at Alexandria's Eliyahu HaNavi Synagogue during the High Holy Days.

Egyptian Official: The Balance of Military Power Will Change

Senior Egyptian security official says that the balance of military power in the Middle East will change significantly in the near future.

Iran Overplays Its Hand

Instead Of Savoring Diplomatic Triumph, Iran Invites Pushback

The attendance of 120 countries in Tehran is a sorry spectacle reminiscent of the1936 Berlin Olympics, but without Nazi guile.

Egypt Places Morsi Rival Shafiq on Watchlist

Egypt has issued a travel ban against former presidential rival and candidate Ahmed Shafiq.

Egypt Kills 11 Sinai Terrorists

Egyptian soldiers killed 11 terrorists in the Sinai and confiscated weapons, according to Egyptian television.

EXPOSED: Egypt & Syria, Kidnappings & Death

Free Syrian Army Rebels shown to torture and violently murder its opponents.

Lieberman to Morsi: Peace is Not Abstract Ideal, Visit Jerusalem

FM Lieberman said that while he is pleased to hear Morsi's commitment to international treaties, "peace also has tangible expressions."

Podcast: Egyptian Crucifixions: Fact or Fiction?

Sky News Arabia reported Muslims crucifying Christians. INR's Tamar Yonah interviews an investigative reporter to find out the inside scoop.

Egypt Rejected U.S. Demand to Fire on Iranian Ship in Suez

Egyptian Naval Forces recently rejected a U.S. demand to fire on an Iranian vessel loaded with arms and heading to Syria.

Egypt: 76 Convicted in Attack on Israeli Embassy

An Egyptian court convicts 76 people on charges of attacking the Israeli embassy during a violent protest last year.

Egypt Reopens Gaza Crossing

Egypt reopened the Rafiah crossing with Gaza on Saturday several weeks after a terrorist attack left 16 Egyptian security officers dead.

Egypt's PM: New Constitution by End of September

Egypt's Prime Minister, Hisham Kandil, says a draft of the country's new constitution will be ready for approval by the end of September.

Iran, Egypt Won't be Restoring Diplomatic Relations

Egypt and Iran won’t be reinstating normal diplomatic relations any time soon, presidential spokesperson Yasser Ali says.

Egypt: Clashes Erupt During Anti-Morsi Protest in Cairo

Hundreds of Egyptians hit the streets to demonstrate against President Morsi. Clashes erupt in Cairo.

Morsi Protects Journalists After Editor is Detained

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi cancels the practice of temporarily detaining journalists for so-called “publication offences.”

Clinton Asks Egypt to Keep Open Communication with Israel

Clinton asks Egypt’s foreign minister to keep communication with Israel amid tensions over deployment of forces to the Sinai.

Egyptian Source Says There Are 1,600 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian police have identified 120 individuals out of 1,600 in North Sinai who are wanted for terrorism, says a security source.

Egyptian Source: Sinai Operation Coordinated with Israel

An Egyptian military source says the operation in the Sinai Peninsula is well-coordinated with Israel, despite suggestions otherwise.

Egyptian Expert Calls to Change Peace Agreement with Israel

Egyptian expert tells the Muslim Brotherhood's website he supports changing some parts of the agreement between Israel and Egypt.

US ‘Assures Israel’ By Helping Egypt Combat Sinai Terror

The US is offering Egypt intelligence systems to help it combat terror in the Sinai and to “assure Israel” as Morsi warms up to Iran.