Egypt

Libya Fair Game For Romney

Events In Libya Contrast Sharply With Obama's Acceptance Speech

Analysis: Despite the scandalized response of the Obama campaign, Mitt Romney is correct to criticize Obama on Libya.

Obama Administration Disavows Cairo Embassy Apology

The Obama administration is disavowing a statement from its own Cairo embassy that seemed to apologize for anti-Muslim activity in the U.S.

Israel Denies Blocking Jordan's Nuclear Plans

Israeli officials strongly deny Jordanian King Abdullah II's accusations that Israel seeks to block Amman's nuclear energy plans.

Libya Blames US for Ambassador's Murder by Benghazi Rioters

Libya apologized for the killing of U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens, but its deputy minister blamed the U.S. for his death.

Israeli Filmmaker in Hiding After Film Sparks Deadly Protests

A filmmaker went into hiding after his movie, which provides a negative view of Islam, sparked protests against U.S. diplomatic missions.

Muslim Extremists Kill US Ambassador in Libya

US Ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans were killed in Libya in an attack by Islamists on the US Consulate in Benghazi.

Egypt Orders Arrest of Former PM Shafiq

Egyptian authorities order the arrest of Mubarak's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, on charges of corruption.

Deputy Chief of Staff Warns Against Regional War

Deputy Chief of Staff Major General Yair Naveh warns that terrorism along the borders with Syria and Egypt is increasing.

Egyptian Rioters Attempt to Invade US Embassy in Cairo

Egyptian rioters attempted to invade the U.S. Embassy in Cairo Tuesday, tearing down the American flag and burning it.

Intelligence Warns of Attacks Against Israeli and US Embassies

Egyptian intelligence warned that a radical jihadi group is planning to launch attacks against the US and Israeli embassies in Cairo.

Egypt Teams with Israel on Sinai Terrorism

Egypt is teaming with Israel for a major security operation to address terrorism in the Sinai Peninsula.

Video: Jewish Life in Egypt - after 3,000 Years, the End

With Muslim Brotherhood in power, the last functioning synagogue has been shut down.

No High Holy Day Minyan for Egyptian Jews in Alexandria

For the first time, Egyptian Jews will have no minyan for prayers at Alexandria's Eliyahu HaNavi Synagogue during the High Holy Days.

Egyptian Official: The Balance of Military Power Will Change

Senior Egyptian security official says that the balance of military power in the Middle East will change significantly in the near future.

Iran Overplays Its Hand

Instead Of Savoring Diplomatic Triumph, Iran Invites Pushback

The attendance of 120 countries in Tehran is a sorry spectacle reminiscent of the1936 Berlin Olympics, but without Nazi guile.

Egypt Places Morsi Rival Shafiq on Watchlist

Egypt has issued a travel ban against former presidential rival and candidate Ahmed Shafiq.

Egypt Kills 11 Sinai Terrorists

Egyptian soldiers killed 11 terrorists in the Sinai and confiscated weapons, according to Egyptian television.

EXPOSED: Egypt & Syria, Kidnappings & Death

Free Syrian Army Rebels shown to torture and violently murder its opponents.

Lieberman to Morsi: Peace is Not Abstract Ideal, Visit Jerusalem

FM Lieberman said that while he is pleased to hear Morsi's commitment to international treaties, "peace also has tangible expressions."

Podcast: Egyptian Crucifixions: Fact or Fiction?

Sky News Arabia reported Muslims crucifying Christians. INR's Tamar Yonah interviews an investigative reporter to find out the inside scoop.

Egypt Rejected U.S. Demand to Fire on Iranian Ship in Suez

Egyptian Naval Forces recently rejected a U.S. demand to fire on an Iranian vessel loaded with arms and heading to Syria.

Egypt: 76 Convicted in Attack on Israeli Embassy

An Egyptian court convicts 76 people on charges of attacking the Israeli embassy during a violent protest last year.

Egypt Reopens Gaza Crossing

Egypt reopened the Rafiah crossing with Gaza on Saturday several weeks after a terrorist attack left 16 Egyptian security officers dead.

Egypt's PM: New Constitution by End of September

Egypt's Prime Minister, Hisham Kandil, says a draft of the country's new constitution will be ready for approval by the end of September.

Iran, Egypt Won't be Restoring Diplomatic Relations

Egypt and Iran won’t be reinstating normal diplomatic relations any time soon, presidential spokesperson Yasser Ali says.

Egypt: Clashes Erupt During Anti-Morsi Protest in Cairo

Hundreds of Egyptians hit the streets to demonstrate against President Morsi. Clashes erupt in Cairo.

Morsi Protects Journalists After Editor is Detained

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi cancels the practice of temporarily detaining journalists for so-called “publication offences.”

Clinton Asks Egypt to Keep Open Communication with Israel

Clinton asks Egypt’s foreign minister to keep communication with Israel amid tensions over deployment of forces to the Sinai.

Egyptian Source Says There Are 1,600 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian police have identified 120 individuals out of 1,600 in North Sinai who are wanted for terrorism, says a security source.

Egyptian Source: Sinai Operation Coordinated with Israel

An Egyptian military source says the operation in the Sinai Peninsula is well-coordinated with Israel, despite suggestions otherwise.

Egyptian Expert Calls to Change Peace Agreement with Israel

Egyptian expert tells the Muslim Brotherhood's website he supports changing some parts of the agreement between Israel and Egypt.

US ‘Assures Israel’ By Helping Egypt Combat Sinai Terror

The US is offering Egypt intelligence systems to help it combat terror in the Sinai and to “assure Israel” as Morsi warms up to Iran.

Egypt to Dedicate Budget to Development of Sinai

Egypt’s Defense Minister promises to dedicate money for the development of the Sinai, asks local tribal leaders to hand in weapons.

Sinai Terrorists Endanger US-Led ‘Peacekeepers’

The little-known US-led Multi-National Force in the Sinai is fighting terror from weakness, fortifying its bases as Sinai terrorists reign.

MK: Egyptian Sinai Troop Deployment Beginning of Major Threat

MK Uri Ariel says that if Israel doesn't do something now, it will find itself facing Egyptian tanks

Did Morsi Fire Defense Officials Because of a Planned Coup?

Report: Egypt is speculating that Morsi’s decision to fire his military elite was due to a planned coup against him.

Egypt Sentences 14 Terrorists to Death

A criminal court in Egypt sentences 14 members of a terrorist group to death for carrying out a string of terror attacks in the Sinai.

New Details Exposed About Sinai Terror Attack

Names of some of the terrorists who carried out the attack in the Sinai Peninsula among the latest details revealed.

Sinai Anarchy: Terrorists Kill Anti-Terror Tribal Chief

Armed terrorists killed a tribal leader and his son who had attended a conference by tribal leaders to denounce terrorism.

U.S. Confident in Egypt's New Defense Minister, Says Columnist

U.S. surprised by Morsi’s sacking of the leadership of the country's defense establishment but confident in the new defense minister.

Morsi: My Decisions Were Not Directed at Individuals

Egyptian President says his decision to sack top generals was not directed at individuals or embarrassing institutions.

Obama to Dine with Ahmadinejad, Morsi at U.N. Assembly in NY?

Ban Ki-moon has invited Obama to join Ahmadinejad, Morsi at a VIP lunch on opening day of U.N. General Assembly in NY.

Armed Men Open Fire at Troops in Sinai

A group of armed men open fire at peacekeeping troops in Sinai, near the border with Israel. No one hurt.

Egypt Army Captures 6 Terrorists in Sinai

Egyptian army captures six terrorists in the Sinai, following the terror attack on a police station that killed 16 border guards.

Report: IDF Arresting Illegal Aliens in Sinai

Washington Post reports that the IDF is operating in Sinai to catch African infiltrators. IDF clarifies: All the activities are legal.

Report: Army of Islam Behind Egypt Terror Attack

Qatari website reports that the Al-Qaeda inspired Army of Islam terror group carried out the terror attack in north Sinai.

Egypt in Uproar Over Five Minute Interview With Israeli

A quick interview with an Israeli reporter on a problem affecting both countries has led to calls for a ministerial shakeup in Egypt

Egypt: Gunmen Open Fire on Checkpoint in Sinai

Armed men open fire on a security checkpoint in Al-Arish in the Sinai Peninsula. No immediate reports of injuries.

Egypt Admits: We Received Intelligence About the Attack

Head of Egyptian intelligence says Egypt had received intelligence about attack on the Egypt-Israel border before it took place.

Haniyeh: Israel One Way or Another Responsible for Attack

Hamas PM says Israel is behind the attack that killed 16 Egyptian soldiers, says Israel wants to "embarrass Egypt's leadership."

Morsi Vows to Avenge the Deaths of Killed Soldiers

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi visits Sinai, a day after 16 Egyptian soldiers were killed in a terror attack in the region.

Egypt Sends Helicopter Gunships to Hunt Jihad Terrorists

Egypt “locks the barn door” after the chickens escape, sends helicopters to search for jihad terrorists. Hamas: Israel behind the attack.

Morsi Calls Urgent Meeting with Military After Terror Attack

Egyptian President Morsi calls for an urgent meeting with the military council after an attack kills at least 15 Egyptian policemen.

Muslim-Coptic Violence Resumes in Egypt

Muslims attacked a Coptic church in a village near Cairo Wednesday in the first such incident since Mohamed Morsi became president.

Egypt's New Prime Minister Announces Government

Egypt's prime minister, Hisham Kandil, draws on bureaucrats and Islamists for the first Muslim Brotherhood-led administration.

Egypt Denies Morsi Sent a Letter to Peres

Egypt denies reports that President Mohammed Morsi sent a letter to Israeli counterpart Shimon Peres.

Egyptian President to Israel: 'Let's Get Back on Track'

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi writes his first letter to his Israeli counterpart, responding to one sent by President Shimon Peres.

Egyptian Group Warns: Hamas is Dangerous

The Justice and Development Organization for Human Rights in Egypt calls to release Gaza from under the rule of Hamas.

Egyptian Businessmen Present: 'Sharia Tourism'

In what appears to be another expression of the strengthening of Islam in Egypt, a new initiative encourages “sharia tourism.”

Al-Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Egypt Pipeline Attacks

A branch of the Al-Qaeda terror group based in Sinai claims responsibility for the repeated attacks on the pipeline carrying gas to Israel.