Egypt

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.

At Least 14 Dead in Explosion at Security Center in Egypt

At least 14 people dead and 100 wounded in huge explosion at the Daqahliya security directorate in Mansoura, Egypt.

Egyptian Author: Jon Stewart Planning Jewish Takeover of Egypt

Quip by popular American satirist causes Amr Ammar to speculate on TV that Stewart seeks Jewish conquest of Egypt.

Egypt: 3 Anti-Mubarak Activists Given Prison Terms

Egyptian court gives jail sentences to three activists who spearheaded the 2011 uprising.

Hamas Qassam Rocket Lands in Egyptian Territory

A Qassam rocket test fired by Hamas lands in Egypt's regional waters by accident, says Egyptian official.

Egypt: Third Trial Announced for Deposed Morsi

Morsi along with members of Hamas and Hezbollah to be tried for a prison break and the murder of officers during the 2011 uprising.

Egypt: Morsi Accused of 'Terrorist Plot' With Hamas, Hezbollah

Former Egyptian president could face the death penalty if found guilty of charges.

Egypt Arrests Terrorist Involved in August 2012 Border Attack

Egypt nabs a jihadist suspected of involvement in an ambush that killed 16 Egyptian soldiers near the border with Israel last year.

Video: Water Hurled as Egyptian TV Political Debate Turns Ugly

A televised debate on the political situation in Egypt turns ugly, as participants throw water at one another.

Morsi Supporters to Boycott Referendum on Constitution

The Islamist supporters of deposed Egyptian president announce they will boycott a referendum on a new constitution next month.

Date Announced for Referendum on Egypt's Constitution

A referendum on Egypt's draft constitution will be held on January 14-15, says interim President Adly Mansour.

Massive Explosion Rocks Egyptian Police Camp

Camp in Ismailia struck by bombing and gunfire, at least 35 Egyptian policemen injured.

Muslim Brotherhood Leader Appears in Court

Mohammed Badie says his movement perpetrated no violence as he appears in court for the first time since his arrest.

Hamas Announces Renewed Ties with Iran

Official statement confirms ongoing ties between Hamas, Islamic Republic.

Egyptian Army Kills Terrorist Behind Eilat Rocket Attack

Egyptian soldiers eliminated Ibrahim Abu Atiyeh, leader of the group responsible for recent rocket attacks on Eilat in August.

Egypt Acquits 155 Protesters Arrested in October

Egyptian court acquits 155 people arrested during clashes in the capital between Muslim Brotherhood protesters and police.

Egypt: 21 Morsi Supporters to be Released

Courts in Egypt order the release Saturday of 21 women and girls jailed over an Islamist opposition protest.

Car Bomb Defused Near Egypt's Capital

Egyptian forces defuse a bomb placed in a car and primed to explode on a roadside near the capital Cairo.

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Opposes New Constitution

Angry Muslim Brotherhood protesters dispersed by police in the capital - but some secular groups also voice concern.

Egypt’s New Draft Constitution Approved

Egypt’s new draft constitution approved for a referendum. Elections to follow in mid-2014.

Leading Anti-Mubarak Activist Arrested in Egypt

Egyptian police arrest an activist who was active in the 2011 uprising against former President Hosni Mubarak.

UN Distributes Fuel to Gaza in Midst of Crisis

UNRWA buys fuel for Gaza where shortage has caused ongoing power outages, garbage collection by donkey-carts, and fears of health crisis.

Israeli Professor Vice-President of Project Including Iran, PA

SESAME project includes scientists from across the Middle East; aims to foster 'scientific excellence', build particle accelerator.

Egypt: 21 Female Morsi Supporters Given Prison Sentence

Court in Egypt sentences 21 female supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi to 11 years in prison.

Egypt to Hold Referendum on New Constitution

Egypt announces referendum on an amended constitution as protesters take to the streets in defiance of new law.

Mubarak to Face New Trial in Egypt

Egypt’s former president and his two sons to face a new trial for using state funds to acquire personal property.

Severe Limits on Protests in Egypt

Protests are now severely limited in Egypt, as the government seeks to quash groups supporting former President Mohammed Morsi

3 Dead in Clashes Across Egypt

10-year-old child among dead as thousands of Morsi supporters mark 100 days since a deadly crackdown on sit-ins.

Egypt: New Book Deals with Jews in Cinema

Egypt's cultural authority releases a new book examining the role of Jewish cinema makers and artists in the Egyptian and Arab cinema.

Militarily-named Gazan Lion Cubs Die Following Egypt Siege

Two lion cubs named after a missile and fighting die in Gaza, park officials cite supply shortage. Comes during Egypt siege on smuggling.

Egypt: Two Dead in Clashes at Cairo University

Two people killed in clashes between Egypt’s security forces and hundreds of students at the Al-Azhar University in Cairo.

Kerry: Muslim Brotherhood 'Stole' Egypt's Revolution

In his harshest remarks yet against the Muslim Brotherhood, John Kerry accuses the movement of “stealing Egypt's revolution”.

Kerry: Deal 'Best Chance' to Stop Nuclear Iran

After meeting with defense officials, Kerry still backs precarious Iran deal, but also vows not to let Iran 'buy time.'

Report: Egypt to Receive $4 Billion in Russian Arms

Kuwaiti newspaper says deal aims to allow Egyptian military to 'achieve parity' with IDF.

Senior Security Officer Shot Dead in Cairo

An officer who was in charge of monitoring Islamist groups shot dead by masked gunmen in Cairo.

Egypt and Russia Hold 'Historic' Talks

High level talks held in Egypt with visiting Russian FM and Defense Minister, no arms deal yet but promises of new strategic relations.

Egypt Opens Bids For Nuclear Plants

Electricity Ministry announces international tender in January to build nuclear power plant at Dabaa near Mediterranean.

Russian Officials in Egypt to Discuss Arms Deal

Russian FM Lavrov and Defense Min. Shoigu arrive in Egypt to discuss arms deals between the two countries, further signaling alliance shift.

Egypt: Women's Rights Worst in Arab World

Study finds Egypt beats Iraq for worst women's rights in Arab world; 99.3% Egyptian women sexually harassed.

Egypt to End State of Emergency As Scheduled

A state of emergency that has been in place for the past three months will expire as scheduled, says Egypt's Interior Minister.

Egypt Announces Expanded Cooperation with Russia

Egyptian FM says his state expanding cooperation with Russia following cooling of relations with the US.

Egypt Recovers 90 Artifacts from Jerusalem Auction

Israel helps Egypt recover stolen antiquities; more efforts for recovery possibly in the future

Muslim Brotherhood: Army Collaborating with 'Zionists'

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood: the military regime is working with companies employing "Zionists".

Egypt to Hold Presidential Elections in the Summer

Egypt will hold parliamentary elections in February or March, with presidential polls in early summer, says Foreign Minister Nabil Fahmy.

Putin to Visit Egypt, Replace US Military Ties

The Russian President reportedly will visit Egypt this month, apparently to replace US role as military provider amid souring American ties.

Muslim Brotherhood Loses Appeal Against Ban

Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood has lost an appeal against a court decision to ban the group.

Egypt Turning from US to Russia for Military Aid

With US partially suspending military aid, Egyptian overtures to Russia show shifting alliances amid Kerry's Cairo visit.