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Egypt: Prosecutors Order Arrest of Muslim Brotherhood Leader

News comes as Muslim Brotherhood rejects offer to join Egypt's transitional cabinet, follows calls for "uprising"

Egypt's New PM to Offer Islamists Cabinet Positions

The Muslim Brotherhood and the Islamist Al-Nour Party will be offered ministerial positions in the transitional government in Egypt.

Egypt Summons Turkish Ambassador

Egypt summoned Turkey’s ambassador to Cairo in protest against “Ankara’s interference in Egyptian affairs.”

Gunmen Attack in Sinai, Two Killed

Two people killed as gunmen attack a security checkpoint in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.

Yaalon: We Don't Interfere in Other Countries, But...

Israel does not interfere in neighboring countries, but does act when its red lines are crossed, says Defense Minister Moshe Yaalon.

Egypt Names New Prime Minister

Hazem Beblawi, a leading liberal economist, was named Egypt’s interim prime minister on Tuesday, ending days of speculation.

White House Cautious About Saying 'Coup' Happened in Egypt

White House spokesman says the U.S. needs to review what happened in Egypt, when asked if Obama sees the regime change as a coup.

Morsi Appointed PM Resigns

Egyptian Prime Minister Hisham Qandil, who was on his way out in any case, tenders resignation.

Egyptian Opposition Calls for Brotherhood to be Outlawed

Egyptian opposition group Tamarod calls for an outlaw of the Muslim Brotherhood after weapons are found in its Cairo headquarters.

Egypt's Interim President Sets Timetable for Elections

Egypt's constitution will be amended within five months, and parliamentary elections will be held two months after that.

Brotherhood Leader: Egyptian Army 'Worse Than the Jews'

Muslim Brotherhood officials and Egyptian Army officers traded accusations about the 'massacre' early Monday in Cairo

Helpless Hamas Watches as Egypt Decimates Muslim Brotherhood

Hamas would love to help its Muslim Brotherhood allies fight the Egyptian Army, but dare not.

Video: Morsi Supporters Threaten Violence, Civil War

Video dated 3rd July shows Islamists extolling "martyrdom", threatening suicide bombings and promising to attack Christians

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Latest Sinai Violence

Egyptian soldier killed by unidentified gunmen in the northern Sinai town of El-Arish.

Fatah: Hamas Stirring Up Trouble in Egypt

Fatah spokesman: Hamas put its alliance with the Muslim Brotherhood before its concern for the "Palestinian cause".

Ziad Bahaa El-Din Offered to be Egypt's Next PM

After Salafists object to Mohamed ElBaradei, Egypt offers commercial lawyer Ziad Bahaa El-Din to become Prime Minister.

Iran Says Egypt Coup ‘Improper,' Russia Warns of ‘Civil War’

Iran calls overthrow of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi 'improper' and Russia is warning the country is on the brink of “civil war.”

Fears for Egypt's Christians following Murder, Arson Attacks

Islamists accused of series of attacks on Christians, including the murder of a priest, and arson attacks on churches and Christian homes

Senator McCain Calls for Suspension of US Military Aid to Egypt

Republican Senator John McCain is calling for a suspension of US military aid to Egypt following army ouster of Islamist president Mursi.

Egyptians Brace for More Violence, Challenge to New Rule

Egyptians on both sides of the fence brace for protests as supporters and opponents of ousted president Mohamed Morsi gather to rally..

Wishful Thinking on the Arab Street

Obama on Egypt: We Don't Support One Party or Another

The United States is “not aligned” with any political party or group in Egypt, President Barack Obama clarifies.

Egyptian Presidency: ElBaradei is PM? Not Yet

Mohamed ElBaradei has not yet been chosen as Egypt’s interim prime minister, says spokesman.

ElBaradei is Egypt's Interim PM

The interim government is to rule Egypt until elections are held.

Egypt's Interim President Dissolves Parliament

Adly el-Mansour, the interim Egyptian head of state, dissolves the Islamist parliament by decree.

Ten Dead in Clashes Across Egypt

10 dead and 210 wounded in clashes across Egypt, involving opponents and supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi.

Erdogan Slams Egypt Coup

Turkey's prime minister condemns the military intervention that toppled Morsi as an enemy of democracy.

Egypt's Foreign Minister: There Was No Military Coup

Egyptian FM Mohamed Kamel Amr tells John Kerry that the overthrow of President Mohammed Morsi was not a military coup.

Russian Official: Egypt Proves 'Democracy Not Good For Everyone'

The Egyptian redux revolution proves, a top Russian politician said, it's that democracy is not a “one size fits all” system.

Citing Egypt, Feiglin Calls Army Radio a 'Threat to Democracy'

If Egypt is any example, Israel must immediately remove Army Radio from control of the IDF said MK Moshe Feiglin (Likud)

Morsi: Always Entertaining, Sometimes Bizarre

With the removal of Mohammed Morsi as President of Egypt the world is losing one of the more entertaining leaders

Egypt's New Interim President Mansour Sworn Into Office

Chief Justice Adly el-Mansour was officially sworn into office Thursday as the new transitional President of Egypt.

CNN: Egyptians Blame Obama for Morsi Repression

Egyptians have been protesting by the millions against now ex-President Mohammed Morsi - as well as against current President Barack Obama

Officials: Morsi's Replacement May be 'Better' for Israel

Israel is hopeful that whoever replaces Mohammed Morsi will be slightly less hostile to the Jewish state

After Ouster, Sinai Could Become a Nest of Terror, Israel Fears

Israeli officials are concerned that the crisis in Egypt could lead to a total breakdown of order in Sinai

Live Broadcast: Morsi Ousted by Egyptian Military

Flag-waving Egyptians in Tahrir Square celebrated with loud cheering and fireworks as President Morsi's ouster was made official.

Morsi Offers to Form Interim Coalition Government

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi offers to form an interim coalition government.

Live Video from Tahrir

Muslim Brotherhood, Egyptian Military Locked in Power Struggle

Egypt’s powerful military is ready to struggle for control of the country with the Muslim Brotherhood.

'Mubarak Must be Smiling When Seeing Morsi's Troubles'

Israel’s former ambassador to Egypt, Zvi Mazel, predicts that the fall of Mohammed Morsi and the Muslim Brotherhood are close.

Morsi Addresses Nation, Says He Won't Step Down

Morsi vows to protect his "constitutional legitimacy" with his life in a live speech.

Morsi to Army: I Will Not be Dictated To

Egypt's President demands that the withdraw a 48-hour ultimatum for him to resolve the conflict with his political opponents.

US Denies Urging Early Egyptian Elections

The State Department is denying reports that the U.S. is calling on Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi to schedule early elections.

Canada Shuts Down Cairo Embassy

Canada has shut down its embassy in Cairo as a result of continuing unrest in Egypt.

Egypt's Foreign Minister Resigns, Islamists Call for Rallies

Egyptian Foreign Minister Mohamed Kamel Amr has tendered his resignation, reports state news agency.

Muslim Brotherhood Rejects Army's Ultimatum

"The age of military coups is over," stresses Muslim Brotherhood member.

Video: Angry Egyptian TV Host Resigns On Air

Egyptian TV host Gamal Al-Shaer resigned live on air after the government censored his show.

Video: Clerics Joyful Over Murder of Four Shiites in Egypt

Egyptian clerics have expressed joy over the brutal murders of four Shiites, including prominent cleric Sheik Hassan Shehata.

Morsi's Spokesman: He's Made Errors; We Want Dialogue

Egypt's opposition urges protesters to stay on the streets until Morsi goes, as his spokesman urges dialogue.

Four People Killed in Egypt Protests

Four people are dead as millions hit the streets in Egypt on the anniversary of Morsi's inauguration.

22 Million Call for Morsi's Ouster, Egypt Prepares for Protests

Egypt prepares for a “million man protest” against President Morsi. More than 22 million have signed a petition demanding his departure.

American Killed in Clashes in Egypt

Two people, including one American, were killed in clashes between supporters and opponents of President Mohammed Morsi in Alexandria.

Foreign Ministry Issues Travel Warning to Egypt

Foreign Ministry calls on Israelis to avoid traveling to Egypt and leave the country if they are currently staying in it.

Muslim Brotherhood Member Killed in Egypt

A member of Egypt's ruling Muslim Brotherhood shot dead in an attack on the group's office in Zakazik.

Israel Keeping a Close Eye on Egypt Govt. Troubles

Millions are expected to take to the streets this weekend to demand the resignation of the administration of Mohammed Morsi

Morsi Admits: I've Made Some Errors

Political polarization in Egypt is threatening the country’s democracy, says Morsi ahead of planned protests by opposition.

Egypt Refers Nine to Trial for 'Spying for Israel'

Egypt's public prosecutor on Wednesday referred nine people, including six foreigners, to trial for allegedly spying for Israel.

Sunnis Lynch, Murder Shi'ites in Egypt

In a savage incident in Egypt Sunday, thousands of Sunnis lynched and murdered four Shi'ites in an Egyptian village

Hamas and Hizbullah Helped Egypt's Morsi Escape from Prison

Egyptian court says that Hamas and Hizbullah helped prisoners, including current President Morsi, escape in 2011.

Anglican Leader to Visit Kotel in 5 Day Mideast Visit

The leader of the world's Anglicans is to make a five-day visit to Israel, Egypt and Jordan. He is set to visit Western Wall, Yad Vashem.

Islamic Preacher: Protesting Against Morsi is a 'Rebellion'

Radical Islamic preacher warns that participation in protests against Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi is forbidden.