Egypt

Morsi: Constitution is a 'New Dawn' for Egypt

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi hails an Islamist-backed charter as "a new dawn" for his country.

Egyptian Communications Minister Also Quits Cairo Government

Communications and Information Technology Minister Hany Mahmoud Abdel Megeed has also quit the Cairo government, following a vice president.

Egyptians Pass New Constitution

Egypt's electoral commission confirms that the Islamist-backed constitution was passed by 64 percent of voters.

Egyptian Army Thwarts Rocket Smuggling to Gaza

Armed forces in the Sinai foiled an attempt to smuggle 17 rockets to Gaza.

Egypt's Opposition to Appeal Referendum Results

Egypt's opposition says it will appeal a referendum on a new constitution backed by ruling Islamists, vows to continue struggle.

Cairo Court to Rule on Mubarak Appeal of Life Sentence

A Cairo court will review the appeal by former President Hosni Mubarak of a sentence condemning him to life in prison.

New Egyptian Constitution 'Approved'

Exit polls show that Egyptians have approved a new constitution in this weekend's nationwide referendum.

Egypt: Islamists Claim Lead in Second Referendum Vote

Egypt's ruling Islamists claim that preliminary referendum results show strong backing for a constitution rejected by the opposition.

Egypt's VP Resigns as Vote on Constitution Continues

Egyptian VP Mahmud Mekki announces his resignation as Egyptians go to the polls in a referendum on a new constitution.

Report: Morsi Suffering From Brain Tumor

Recently installed Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi is apparently suffering from a brain tumor, Egyptian media reported

Egypt: Low Turnout for Protest Against Constitution

Up to 2,000 people gather in Egypt to protest controversial draft constitution - far fewer than previous opposition protests.

Video: Unveiled Women Barred from Voting on Constitution

Egyptian "democracy" unveiled: Women without veils were barred from voting for the new anti-secular constitution. Mass protests on Tuesday.

Egypt's Prosecutor General Resigns

Egypt's prosecutor general gives into demands of lower prosecutors by agreeing to resign next week.

Egypt: Islamists Claim Lead After First Round of Voting

Islamists backing a new constitution for Egypt claim victory in the first leg of a referendum.

Egypt Tense as Voting on Referendum Begins

Morsi's opposition accuses Muslim Brotherhood of vote rigging in first day of vote on new constitution.

Egypt: Unity Meeting Cancelled as Crisis Continues

Egyptian opposition calls for a 'no' vote in Saturday's referendum over a controversial constitution.

Egypt Braces for Rival Protests Over Constitution

Egypt is bracing for rival protests to take place in Cairo on Tuesday over a bitterly divisive referendum on a new constitution.

Inside Look at Muslim Brotherhood’s Torture Chambers

The Muslim Brotherhood replaced Mubarak, but torture chambers remain the same despite the US attempt to make Egypt safe for democracy.

Rival Protests Called in Growing Egypt Crisis

Rival mass protests have been called for next Tuesday in Egypt, over a bitterly disputed constitutional referendum.

Egyptian Protests Continue Despite Morsi Reversal

Too little, too late: Egyptian Pres. Mohamed Morsi repealed the edict granting him sweeping new powers, but grassroots protests continue.

Benghazi Attack Suspect Arrested, Masterminding New Terror Group

A suspect arrested for the deadly September 11 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi is believed to be organizing a new terror group.

Italy Stops Weapons Shipment to Gaza

Following a tip from Israel, Italian police seize a shipment of weapons intended for Egypt with a final destination of Gaza.

Morsi Cancels Sweeping Powers After Protests

Egypt's president annuls a controversial decree issued last month that put all his decisions beyond judicial review.

Egypt: Protesters Nearly Break Into Presidential Palace

Thousands participate in anti-Morsi demonstrations over his sweeping powers and controversial constitution.

Egypt's Opposition Calls for Mass Protests

Egypt's opposition rejects any dialogue with President Mohammed Morsi, calls for mass protests on Friday.

Morsi Won't Tolerate Killings or Sabotage

Egypt's President Mohammed Morsi makes a live address to the nation after bloody clashes between his supporters and opponents.

Tanks, Barbed Wire and Curfew Used to Quell Violence in Egypt

Following violent clashes Wednesday night that left hundreds wounded, the Egyptian army surrounds Morsi's palace with barbed wire and tanks.

ElBaradei Rises to Lead Egypt Against Islamists

Former diplomat, politician and presidential candidate Mohamed ElBaradei has risen again, this time to lead Egypt's opposition movement.

Rival Protesters Clash in Cairo as Unrest Continues

Several people injured as rival protesters clash outside the presidential palace in Cairo.

Egyptian Officials Accused of 'Zionist Plot' Against State

Three former Egyptian presidential candidates have been accused of espionage and conspiring a “Zionist plot” against the state.

Egypt's Morsi Returns to Palace After Rioting Mob Leaves

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi reportedly returned Wednesday morning to his palace after violent protesters left the area.

Egypt: Protesters Encircle the Presidential Palace

Tens of thousands of Egyptian demonstrators encircle the presidential palace in a growing crisis over Morsi decree.

Morsi Announces Date for Referendum on Constitution

President Mohammed Morsi calls a December 15 referendum on the controversial draft constitution. Protests for and against him continue.

Egypt: Mass Protests After Constitution Draft Approved

An Egyptian panel rushes through a draft constitution seen as undermining basic freedoms, resulting in mass protests in Cairo.

Morsi: Decree will Expire Once Constitution is Approved

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi says his sweeping powers will expire after a new constitution is approved through a referendum.

US Sympathy For Egypt Tanks

American Public Opinion Now Nostalgic For Mubarak's Egypt

Events in Egypt and the Arab world have made American public opinion cynical about Arab democracy.

Egyptian Assembly Racing Clock to Finish Constitution

The Egyptian Assembly is racing the clock to finish writing the nation's Constitution by Thursday before the body is dissolved.

Morsi to Address the Nation About Power Grab

Egyptian President to address his nation on Thursday, discuss his decree from last week which expands his powers.

Egypt Stops Libyan Arms Shipment to Gaza

Egypt has intercepted two weapons shipments to Gaza in less than a week. Three smugglers were arrested Tuesday.

Tens of Thousands Protest Against Morsi Power Grab

Egyptians in huge numbers take to the streets to protest President Morsi's decision to assume sweeping powers.

Thousands Gather in Tahrir Square for anti-Morsi Protest

Demonstrators demand the president take back decrees on judiciary. Some call for his resignation.

Riots in Tahrir Square

Egypt Pitches US ‘Strike 2’ on Arab Democracy

Morsi’s power grab is “Strike 2” for US efforts to make democracy safe for the Middle East. Seven years ago, Hamas won US-backed elections.

Top Egyptian Islamist: Expect Assassination Campaign

Egyptian Islamist warned that liberal politicians who oppose President Morsi’s constitutional declaration could face targeted assassinations

Egypt's Morsi Pulls Back Power Grab, Makes Deal w/ Judges

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi has agreed to pull back decrees announced last Thursday granting himself sweeping new powers.

Israel Embassy Staff Cautiously Returns to Cairo

The staff of Israel's embassy in Cairo has returned to Egypt, according to a source at the city's airport.

Fruits of Arab Spring

Sen. McCain Warns: Egyptians Face Islamist State or Revolt

Egypt could become an Islamist state or face another military takeover if Morsi's judicial power grab is left unchecked, warns McCain.

Morsi Says Sweeping Powers Are 'Only Temporary'

Egyptian President says the sweeping new powers he has assumed are only temporary, calls for dialogue.

Islamic Terrorists Bomb Egyptian-Gaza Border Base

Terrorists destroyed part of an Egyptian base at Rafiah, challenging Cairo’s control over the Sinai after the ceasefire with Israel.

Egypt: Rafiah Explosion Destroys Part of Intelligence Building

An explosion in the Egyptian city of Rafiah destroys part of an intelligence building.

Egyptian Jurists: Morsi 'Violated Judicial Authority'

Supreme Judicial Council says Morsi's declaration of new powers is an "unprecedented assault" on judiciary.

Protests in Egypt Over Morsi's New 'Pharaoh' Powers

President Mohammed Morsi insists Egypt is on the path to "freedom and democracy", as protesters hold rallies over his sweeping powers.

Morsi Called a 'New Pharaoh' After Assuming Sweeping Powers

Critics of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi call him a “new pharaoh” after he assumes sweeping powers.

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Calls for Jihad to 'Free PA'

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood is calling for a jihad (“holy war”) to liberate the Palestinian Authority areas.

Egypt Confiscates Arms Headed for Gaza

Egyptian security personnel have seized arms and ordnance headed for Gaza, including Grad Katyusha missiles.

Egypt Foils Attempt to Smuggle Rockets from Libya

Security officials in Egypt confiscate Grad rockets and rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition bound for Sinai.

Protesters Firebomb Al-Jazeera Office in Cairo

Egyptian protesters firebombed the office of satellite broadcaster Al-Jazeera in Cairo on Wednesday.

War of Words over Ceasefire as War Continues

Egypt and Israel are engaged in a war of words over a truce as Hamas continues to attack Israeli civilians and Israel retaliates.

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Arrive in Israel

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will leave Asia on Tuesday to visit Israel and Egypt, an official said.

Report: Cabinet Meets on Egyptian Ceasefire Proposal

Israel's Cabinet convened late Monday night to discuss a ceasefire proposal advanced by Egypt, according to a radio news broadcast.

Egypt's PM to Visit Gaza, Meet Haniyeh

Egypt's prime minister Hisham Qandil to visit Gaza, express his country's solidarity with Hamas.