Egypt

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.

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Egypt Summons Qatari Ambassador Amid Row Over Brotherhood

Egypt summons the Qatari ambassador in Cairo following concerns expressed by the Gulf state over the crackdown on Islamist demonstrators.

Bloody Friday Kills 11 Across Egypt

At least 11 protesters killed as Muslim Brotherhood supporters and security forces clash in Egypt.

Morsi's Third Trial to Begin January 28

Morsi's trial on charges of organizing prison breaks with Hamas and Hezbollah to start January 28, says Egyptian judge.

Egypt Probes Telecoms Company Over Alleged 'Terror Ad'

Egyptian prosecutors probing Vodafone over claims its advertisement contains coded messages calling for terrorist attacks.

Egypt Accuses Hamas of Attack that Killed 16

Interior Minister claims Hamas provided logistical support for bombing of Mansoura police headquarters last Monday.

Report: Hamas Planned Church Bombings on Christmas

Hamas and the Muslim Brotherhood reportedly planned to murder Egyptian Christians on their holy day.

Egyptian Astrologer: The Jews Will be Stronger in 2014

Egyptian astrologer claims: When Saturn enters Sagittarius in December, the Jews will be stronger.

Egypt: 2 Killed in Clashes in Alexandria

Two killed in violent clashes between pro-Islamist protesters and police in Egypt's coastal city of Alexandria.

Egypt: Tear Gas, Water Cannons Fired at Pro-Brotherhood Protest

300 students block road near Defense Ministry; Egyptian army responds with anti-rioting measures.

Egypt Seizes Assets of More than 500 Brotherhood Leaders

The assets of more than 500 leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood confiscated as crackdown on the movement continues.

Again: Sinai Terrorists Hit Gas Pipeline

Terrorists in Egypt's restive Sinai blow up a gas pipeline that feeds an industrial area in the region.

Egypt Calls on Arab Countries to Blacklist the Brotherhood

Egypt, which has blacklisted the Muslim Brotherhood, urges other members of the Arab League to follow suit.

Egypt: Journalists Arrested for Meeting with Muslim Brotherhood

Correspondents arrested on charges of meeting with the islamists; move signals a further breakdown in freedom of the press.

Egypt's Interim President Promises Elections Within 7 Months

Egypt's interim president, Adly Mansour, says the government is committed to holding elections within seven months.

Student Killed, 101 Arrested as Egypt Clashes Continue

Egypt continues its crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood which was designated as a terrorist organization.

PLO Calls on Hamas to Cut Ties with the Muslim Brotherhood

Leaders in the PLO say Hamas should dissociate itself from the Muslim Brotherhood and confirm loyalty to "Palestine."

Egypt: 3 Dead in Clashes Across Egypt

At least three dead and 265 pro-Muslim Brotherhood protesters arrested after country-wide demonstrations in Egypt.

Powerless Gaza Blames Israel - Again

Lone power plant shuts down only 12 days after being restarted. Israel blamed, although Egypt's siege has cut off fuel smuggling.

Washington: Egypt Going 'Way Too Far' with Brotherhood

U.S. official: Egypt’s latest crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood is a bit too much but we won’t take action.

Egypt: One Dead in Cairo Clashes

One person killed in Cairo, as authorities arrest dozens of Muslim Brotherhood members on terrorism charges.

Egypt’s Defense Minister Vows to Fight Terrorism

As terror attacks continue, General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi vows to fight terrorism and stabilize the deeply divided country.

Bomb Blast Targets Bus in Egyptian Capital

At least one person killed when explosive device hurled at a public bus, according to reports.

Muslim Brotherhood Blasts Terror Group Designation

Senior Muslim Brotherhood leader says government's decision to blacklist the group is "illegitimate."

Egypt: We Thwarted a Hamas Attack

Egyptian army claims they arrested Hamas terrorist planning to plant car bomb near security target; Hamas denies allegations.

Egyptian Gov't Blacklists Muslim Brotherhood as Terrorist Group

Terrorist designation follows deadly bombing of police station Tuesday.

Salafist Organization Claims Deadly Egypt Attack

A Salafist organization claims responsibility for a deadly attack in Mansoura that killed 14 people and wounded more than 100 others.

Morsi's PM Arrested While Trying to Flee

Egyptian police arrest Hisham Qandil, former prime minister who served Morsi, as he tries to flee to Sudan.

Egyptian PM: Mansoura Attack an 'Act of Terrorism'

Egypt's interim PM says Mansoura attack is an act of terrorism, won't confirm he has fingered the Muslim Brotherhood for it.