Egypt

Egypt: US Citizen Arrested for 'Breaking Curfew'

Egyptian sources claim arrested man is a retired US armed forces officer.

Two Morsi Supporters Dead in Clashes South of Cairo

Two supporters of ousted Egyptian president shot dead as military forces disperse a rally in Beni Suef.

Lawyer: Muslim Brotherhood's 'Supreme Guide' Abused by Police

A lawyer for Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood says that Mohammed Badie was beaten by police during his arrest last week.

Thwarted Attempts by Hamas to Hit Security Sites in Sinai

Egyptian Security Forces foiled the intentions of Hamas' military wing to damage security sites and troops stationed in Sinai.

No More Kosher Food from Egypt

Violence in Egypt finally puts an end to kosher food exports.

Hamas to Egypt: Reopen the Border Crossing

Gaza’s terrorist rulers urge Egypt to reopen the border crossing that was closed after a terror attack on Egyptian security personnel.

Morsi Supporters Call for 'Day of Martyrs' on Friday

Supporters of deposed Egyptian president call on Egyptians to hold "Friday of Martyrs" protests against the military.

Mubarak to be Placed Under House Arrest

Egypt's prime minister orders that former president be placed under house arrest when he is released from prison after more than two years.

Hagel and Yaalon Discuss Egypt and Syria

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel speaks with his Israeli counterpart about Egypt, Iran and the ongoing violence in Syria.

Egypt: Court Orders Release of Former President Mubarak

Former Egyptian strongman will remain in jail for 48 hours pending appeal.

ElBaradei to be Tried for Breach of Trust

Lawsuit filed against Egypt’s former interim Vice President over his failure to consult his supporters before resigning.

U.S. Denies Aid to Egypt Was Cut Off

Media reports suggesting that the United States has cut aid to Egypt are inaccurate, says White House spokesman.

Egypt: We're Losing Patience with Turkey

Egypt warns it is losing patience with Turkey, after Erdogan accuses Israel of being behind the removal of Morsi.

Remand of Muslim Brotherhood's 'Supreme Guide' Extended

Egypt’s public prosecutor extends the detention of Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohammed Badie pending investigation.

U.S. Slams Erdogan's Allegations of Israel's Role Ousting Morsi

After Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan made comments about Israel's connection in Morsi's ousting, The White House quickly reprimands him.

Hasson: When it Comes to Egypt, Israel Needs to Stay Out

MK praises Netanyahu for non-involvement in Arab struggles. ‘Israel must not have anything to do with it.’

Turkish Prime Minister: Israel Behind Egypt Coup

Recep Tayyip Erdogan's latest comments entirely consistent with a history of anti-Semitic remarks and conspiracy theories.

Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood's Supreme Guide Arrested

Mohammed Badie, the Supreme Guide of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, was arrested Monday night in northern Cairo.

Israeli Official to U.S.: Back Egypt Army or Risk Peace Talks

Israel is worried that if the U.S. alienates Egypt, it would negatively affect the renewed peace talks.

Egypt Releases Video of MB Snipers Firing on Security Forces

Egypt releases a video which it says shows Brotherhood snipers firing onto security forces who dispersed as a protester camp.

U.S.: No Decision Yet on Freezing Aid to Egypt

State Department says it has yet to make a decision on whether to freeze assistance to Egypt, says the matter is being reviewed.

Hagel: US Ability to Influence Egypt 'Limited'

Chuck Hagel said that Washington was doing its best to stabilize the situation in Egypt, but there was only so much the U.S. could do

Murdered in Cold Blood

Chilling evidence emerges of attack by Islamists which killed 25 Egyptian soldiers.

Sources: Mubarak Set to be Released This Week

Hosni Mubarak is likely to be released from prison this week, his lawyers said, after corruption charges are dropped.

Kuwait Deports Nine Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood Supporters

Officials deported pro-Morsi protesters that illegally demonstrated outside of the Egyptian Consulate in Roudha.

Merkel Considering Halting Arms Exports to Egypt

German chancellor says that stopping arms shipments to Egypt would be an appropriate way to pressure the country to end the violence.

Cairo: More than 30 Killed in Attempted Islamist Jailbreak

At least 36 Islamist prisoners were killed when gunmen ambushed trucks transferring detainees to a north Cairo prison.

Beilin: The Egyptian Army Rigged the Election

Former minister reveals that the Egyptian army rigged the results of last year’s elections, fearing protests from the Muslim Brotherhood.

Lieberman: Israel Totally Uninvolved in Egypt Conflict

Israel is not and will not be involved in any way in the ongoing conflict in Egypt, MK Avigdor Lieberman said.

EU to 'Urgently Review' Ties with Egypt

As death toll continues to mount, the European Union warns of 'unpredictable consequences.'

Egyptian Cabinet Holds Crisis Meeting

Meeting comes as government seeks to outlaw Muslim Brotherhood, following weeks of bloodshed.

Egypt's Christians Attack Western Media Coverage

Egypt's Coptic Christian church criticizes "media fallacies that are prevalent in Western countries" when dealing with Islamist terrorism.

Spaniards to Play Jewish Slaves in Upcoming Film 'Exodus'

Due to the rise of unemployment in Spain, thousands attended a casting call to play Jewish slaves in the new Biblical epic "Exodus."

Egypt Considering Banning the Muslim Brotherhood

The Egyptian government is deliberating whether to ban the Muslim Brotherhood in the wake of the latest violence.

Movement that Toppled Morsi Targets Peace Deal with Israel

Tamarod, the Egyptian movement which led the opposition to Morsi, is now calling to cancel the peace treaty with Israel.

Report: Israel Assured Egypt that U.S. Aid Won't be Cut

Israel has assured Egypt it does not have to worry about the U.S. cutting its aid to that country, reports New York Times.

Saudi King Pledges Support for Egypt

Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah says the kingdom supports Egypt in its fight “against terrorism.”

Ashton Asks EU to Agree on 'Measures' Against Egypt

The European Union's top diplomat asks the 28-nation bloc to agree "appropriate measures" in response to violence in Egypt.

Egypt: Scores Dead in Bloody 'Day of Rage'

At least 80 people died in Cairo alone, as a Muslim Brotherhood-led "day of rage" turned to bloodshed.

Hagel: We'll Maintain Our Ties with Egypt, But...

U.S. Defense Secretary says his country will retain its military ties with Egypt but more violence could jeopardize them.

Egypt Death Toll Tops 600, Security Council to Meet

The death toll from the violent clashes in Egypt has surpassed 600, according to updated figures.

'We Won't Stop Until Morsi Reinstated'

After bloodiest day since 2011 revolution, Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood vows to continue uprising - whatever the cost.

Scores Killed in Egypt Violence

Official sources said that nearly 300 people have been killed in riots in Egypt, but opposition groups place the number at closer to 2,000

U.S. May Cancel Joint Exercise with Egypt

Official says U.S. is considering cancelling a joint military exercise with Egypt because of the violence in the country.

Sky News Cameraman Killed in Cairo Violence

Sky News cameraman Mick Deane dead shot inside the Rabaa al-Adawiya camp, where security forces were trying to clear Morsi supporters.

Signs of a Rebellion in Egypt's Army?

Local Egyptian website publishes a statement by Egyptian officers in which they denounce the army's intervention in political affairs.

Egypt: Vice President Resigns Amid State of Emergency

El Baradei: "I cannot shoulder the responsibility for a single drop of blood."

Egypt: Death Toll Rises as State of Emergency Begins

As death toll continues to soar, interim government declares a state of emergency.

One Dead in Clashes in Cairo

One person killed in clashes in Cairo. Muslim Brotherhood claims police officers fired at their march.

Morsi's Remand Extended by 15 Days

Egypt’s judiciary extended the detention of the ousted president pending investigation into his alleged collaboration with Hamas.

Egyptian Protesters Braced for Further Clashes

As of yet, the army's promised crackdown has not materialized, but protesters aren't taking any chances.

Egypt May Start Taking Action Against Morsi Supporters

Security forces are expected to start taking action against supporters of ousted President Morsi who are staging sit-ins.

Egypt Denies There Was an Israeli Airstrike in Sinai

"There is no truth whatsoever" that Israel attacked in the Sinai, says a spokesman for the Egyptian army.

Israel Shut Down Eilat Airport Because of Egyptian Warning

Israeli authorities shut down Eilat's airport after Egypt sent a warning about a possible terror attack, says senior military source.

5 Killed in Alleged Israeli Airstrike in Sinai

Several Egyptian terrorists killed in an air strike in the Sinai allegedly carried out by Israel.

Morsi’s Wife: He’ll be Back

Crowd shouts, 'Returning! Returning!' at rally for deposed president Mohamed Morsi.

Army, Brotherhood Conspiracy Theories Try to Win Egyptian Hearts

Conspiracy theories have emerged as a way for the Muslim Brotherhood and the Egyptian Army to slam each other

Egypt a Battleground for Hamas, Fatah Feuding

As war of words between rival factions mount, seized documents "reveal Fatah plans to incite against Hamas," says top PA academic.

Egypt's President: No Concessions to Muslim Brotherhood

Egypt's interim president says that talks to end the crisis in the country have failed. Announcement may set the stage for more clashes.

Egypt to Declare that Efforts to Resolve Crisis Have Failed

The Egyptian government is set to declare that foreign mediation efforts to end the political crisis in the country have failed.