Egypt

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.

Loony Tunes: Egyptian "Donald Duck" Tweets Hate

Egyptian entertainer tweets: "I have so much hate inside me."

Report: U.S. Envoys to Meet Brotherhood Leader

Western and Arab envoys will visit jailed Muslim Brotherhood leader in Egypt, says Al Jazeera. Egypt denies.

Egypt: Army Chief Meets Islamist Leaders

Sisi meets Islamist groups in an attempt to find a "peaceful solution" to escalating crisis.

Al-Qaeda Head Blames U.S. for Egypt Coup

Ayman al-Zawahiri accuses the United States of "plotting" with Egypt's military, secularists and Christians to overthrow Morsi.

Kerry: The Egyptian Army 'Saved Democracy'

U.S. Secretary of State says that the Egyptian army, which deposed Morsi, intervened at the request of millions to protect democracy.

Egyptian Government Takes Off the Gloves

The Egyptian government announces that it plans to act decisively against protesting "terrorists".

Obama Sending McCain and Graham to Egypt

Senators Lindsey Graham and John McCain say they're traveling to Egypt at Obama's request.

Ashton Has ‘Friendly’ Meeting with Morsi

EU chief meets imprisoned Egyptian leader in a secret location for ‘friendly’ talks as Egypt readies for new bloodshed.

White House Condemns Egypt Violence, Won't Suspend Aid

The White House condemned the bloodshed and violence in Egypt, but took no steps to suspend military assistance to the country.

Egypt Issues Warning to Morsi's Supporters

Egypt warns supporters of ousted president: there will be “decisive and firm” action if you overstep your rights.

Egyptian Army Launches Operation ‘Desert Storm’

The Egyptian Army renews efforts to bring lawless Sinai region under control.

Kerry Deeply Concerned About Egypt Violence

U.S. Secretary of State expresses “deep concern” over bloodshed and violence in Egypt, after weekend clashes result in many deaths.

Five Dead in Clashes During Egypt Protests

Five people were killed in clashes between supporters and opponents of Egypt's ousted president in Alexandria.

Morsi Accused of Working With Hamas

Egyptian prosecutor suggests Morsi worked with Hamas to attack, kill Egyptian guards.

Egypt Warns: Sinai Terrorists Planning Friday Attacks

Egyptian commanders warn: Protests in Cairo, attacks in Sinai.

Egyptian Army Gives Brotherhood a 48 Hour Ultimatum

The Egyptian army gives the Muslim Brotherhood until Saturday to sign up for political reconciliation.

Obama Won't Define Egypt Situation as a 'Coup'

U.S. does not plan on defining the overthrow of Egypt’s government as a coup, which would require cutting off of aid.

Egypt Braces for Mass Demonstrations, as Army Ups Stakes

Egyptians are bracing for mass rallies Friday by supporters and opponents of former President Morsi over who has a mandate to rule.

Egypt: Arrest Warrants Against Muslim Brotherhood Leaders

Egypt's prosecutor issues arrest warrants for nine Muslim Brotherhood officials, including leader Mohammed Badie.

U.S. Delays Delivery of F-16s to Egypt

The U.S. is delaying the planned delivery of four F-16 fighter jets to Egypt because of the situation in the country, says the Pentagon.

Egypt: Military Leader Calls for Mass Rally as Violence Worsens

General al-Sisi's call comes as at least one person is dead and dozens of others are wounded in a bombing overnight at Egyptian security HQ

Four People Killed in Ongoing Egypt Clashes

Four people were killed in clashes between supporters and opponents of ousted Egyptian president Mohammed Morsi.

Family of Former President Morsi to Sue Egyptian Army

The family of former Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi said Monday they plan to sue Egyptian Army officials for "kidnapping"

Egyptian Commander: We’ve Taken Control of Sinai

Egyptian military sources say the Sinai Peninsula is under control following counter-terror push.

African Refugees in Egypt Face Racism, Discrimination

African refugees in Egypt frustrated as UN helps Syrians, but not Sudanese.

Britain Blocks Exports to Egyptian Army

Britain revokes export licenses for equipment used by Egypt's military and police, saying it could be used against protesters.

Egyptian Army Blocks Pro-Morsi Protesters

The Egyptian army blocked streets leading to the Republican Guard House in Cairo to stop Morsi's supporters from reaching the building.

Egypt's Interim President Vows to Protect the Country

Egypt’s interim president, Adly Mansour, vows to protect the country from those who “want to drive Egypt to chaos.”

Egyptian Forces Kill Ten as Sinai Offensive Continues

Crackdown aims to uproot Islamist terrorist groups from increasingly lawless region

Egyptian Army Seizes Rockets Headed for Cairo

The Egyptian army has intercepted a van containing a total of 19 Grad rockets heading for Cairo.

New Egyptian Cabinet Sworn-In

The first Egyptian Cabinet since the overthrow of president Mohammed Morsi sworn in, Brotherhood rejects it.

Egypt: 7 Die in Overnight Clashes

Clashes between supporters of deposed President Mohammed Morsi and security forces leave more than 250 wounded

Cairo: Police Use Tear Gas on Morsi Supporters

22 injured in clashes in Cairo's downtown between police forces and supporters of former president Mohammed Morsi.

US Officials Return to Middle East

US officials return to the region for another round of shuttle diplomacy. Secy of State John Kerry is expected in Israel Tuesday night.

Israel Allows Entry of Egyptian Infantry Units into Sinai

Defense Minister approves a request by the Egyptian military to bring in two infantry battalions into the Sinai.

Egypt Freezes Assets of 14 Top Islamists

Nine Muslim Brotherhood leaders are among those whose assets have been frozen as part of an investigation against Islamists.

McCain and Graham: Cut Off Aid to Egypt

“Not all coups are created equal, but a coup is still a coup," write Senators John McCain and Lindsey Graham.

Sinai: Terrorists Open Fire at IDF Position

No injuries reported in brief clash between unknown gunmen, IDF forces, as Egyptian military continues to battle Islamists

Former Egyptian Pres. Morsi Under ‘Criminal Investigation’

Former Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is officially under criminal investigation, a public prosecutor announced in a statement Saturday.

PA Arab Arrested in Connection with Sinai Pipeline Explosion

Egyptian security officials arrested a PA Arab man in connection to a bomb blast which targeted a gas pipeline in Sinai.

Germany, U.S. Tell Egypt: Release Morsi

Germany and the United States call for the release of ousted Egyptian president amid tensions between supporters and opponents.

U.S. Navy Patrolling Near Egypt's Coast

Two U.S. Navy ships patrolling in the Middle East moved closer to Egypt's Red Sea coast in recent days, said the top Marine Corps general.

Egypt 'Set to Launch Major Sinai Operation'

Reports: Egypt killed 32 Hamas terrorists in recent days and plans a larger offensive, with Israel's approval.

Egypt: Christian Beheaded as Islamist Violence Escalates

Hostage "beheaded" as Egyptian Islamists take advantage of unrest to target the country's Coptic Christian minority

Obama Orders Review of U.S. Aid to Egypt

President Obama orders a review of U.S. assistance to Egypt's government, hours after officials say that Egypt will receive F-16s.

U.S. Going Ahead with Delivery of Fighter Jets to Egypt

The United States plans to go through with the delivery of F-16 fighter jets to Egypt despite Morsi's overthrow.