 Egypt Announces New Trial for 919 IslamistsEgypt's chief prosecutor orders trials for 919 suspected Islamists, days after 529 Brotherhood supporters were sentenced to death. Bomb Near Israel's Empty Cairo EmbassyThe explosion targeted a police car. There were no injuries reported. The Washington Report on the Middle East is a JokeThis is not a Purim article, unfortunately. Egypt Policemen Given 10 Years for Killing BloggerTwo Egyptian policemen given 10 years in jail for the killing of a blogger whose death rallied protesters in the 2011 revolt. Morsi's Trial Postponed Due to 'Bad Weather'Ousted Egyptian president's murder adjourned to Tuesday after "bad weather" prevents him from being transported from prison to court. Egypt: Gunmen Murder Police Guard of Morsi JudgeGunmen kill an Egyptian policeman who was on a security team guarding the home of a judge in the trial of ousted president. Sinai Terrorists Hit Gas PipelineSinai-based terrorists blow up a pipeline that transports gas to Jordan, the latest in a series of similar attacks since 2011.Morsi Accused of Leaking Secrets to IranProsecutors accused Egypt's ousted president of leaking state secrets to Iran's Revolutionary Guards as part of a plot to destabilize Egypt. Christian Family Murdered in AlexandriaSix-year-old among members of a family stabbed to death. Family is of Syrian origin.Egypt Breaks Up Brotherhood 'Military Wing'Egypt announces it broke up a "military wing" of the Muslim Brotherhood, which was formed to attack policemen. Popular Egyptian Activist to Run for PresidentHamdeen Sabbahi, who came in third in the 2012 elections, announces he will run again. Egypt's Army: Sisi Was 'Misinterpreted'Egypt's army says a Kuwaiti newspaper "misinterpreted" comments by Abdel Fattah al-Sisi that he will run for the presidency. Egyptian Court Upholds Ban on Muslim BrotherhoodCourt turns down Muslim Brotherhood's appeal against a verdict ordering the seizure of the group's funds. Morsi Strikes Defiant Tone as Another Trial Begins"I am the president of the republic," shouts ousted Egyptian president as he faces trial over his escape from prison in 2011. Top Egyptian General AssassinatedEgyptian police general assassinated in an attack claimed by the Al-Qaeda inspired group Ansar Bayt al-Maqdis. Egypt's Army Backs Sisi for PresidencyEgypt's top military body backs Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to run for the presidency. He is expected to resign as army chief within days. Egypt Announces Early Presidential ElectionsEgypt announces early presidential elections which many speculate will be won by military chief General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Death Toll in Egypt's Bloody Saturday Rises to 2929 dead in Egypt as clashes break out during rival rallies on the anniversary of the 2011 revolt. 6 Dead as Cairo Hit by Wave of Bomb AttacksA wave of four bomb attacks kills 6 in Cairo on the eve of the anniversary of the 2011 uprising. Arabs Hating Arabs - That's the Entire ProblemWhen it comes to the Arab world we simply do not know what we are doing and because of that everything we do is wrong. Egyptian Official Hints Constitution Approved95% of voters may have approved Egypt's new constitution, says official as vote counting is underway.Muslim Brotherhood Warned Ahead of ReferendumEgypt's interior minister warns the Muslim Brotherhood that troops will use unprecedented force if vote on new constitution is disrupted.Egypt: Prison Sentences for Brotherhood Supporters63 Muslim Brotherhood supporters given three years on charges including rioting and weapons possession. Mubarak's Last PM: I'll Run if Sisi Doesn'tFormer Egyptian President's last prime minister, Ahmed Shafiq, says he'll run for president if the army chief does not. Egyptian Officials Kidnapped in the SinaiEgyptian labor ministry official and three trade union activists kidnapped in the Sinai, in what may be another terrorist attack.Report: Egypt's Sisi to Run for PresidentEgypt's defense minister expected to step down to pave the way for his nomination in the upcoming presidential elections, says local media. Egypt Summons Qatari AmbassadorEgypt summons the Qatari ambassador in Cairo following concerns expressed by the Gulf state over the crackdown on Islamist demonstrators.Bloody Friday Kills 11 Across EgyptAt least 11 protesters killed as Muslim Brotherhood supporters and security forces clash in Egypt. Morsi's Third Trial to Begin January 28Morsi's trial on charges of organizing prison breaks with Hamas and Hezbollah to start January 28, says Egyptian judge. Egypt Probes Company Over Alleged 'Terror Ad'Egyptian prosecutors probing Vodafone over claims its advertisement contains coded messages calling for terrorist attacks. Egypt: 2 Killed in Clashes in AlexandriaTwo killed in violent clashes between pro-Islamist protesters and police in Egypt's coastal city of Alexandria. Egypt: Tear Gas Fired at Pro-Brotherhood Protest300 students block road near Defense Ministry; Egyptian army responds with anti-rioting measures. Egypt Seizes Assets of 500 Brotherhood LeadersThe assets of more than 500 leaders of the Muslim Brotherhood confiscated as crackdown on the movement continues.Egypt's President: Elections Within 7 MonthsEgypt's interim president, Adly Mansour, says the government is committed to holding elections within seven months.Student Killed, 101 Arrested in Egypt ClashesEgypt continues its crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood which was designated as a terrorist organization.PLO to Hamas: Cut Ties with Muslim BrotherhoodLeaders in the PLO say Hamas should dissociate itself from the Muslim Brotherhood and confirm loyalty to "Palestine." Egypt: 3 Dead in Clashes Across EgyptAt least three dead and 265 pro-Muslim Brotherhood protesters arrested after country-wide demonstrations in Egypt.Washington: Egypt Going 'Way Too Far'U.S. official: Egypt’s latest crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood is a bit too much but we won’t take action.Egypt: One Dead in Cairo ClashesOne person killed in Cairo, as authorities arrest dozens of Muslim Brotherhood members on terrorism charges.Egypt’s Defense Minister Vows to Fight TerrorismAs terror attacks continue, General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi vows to fight terrorism and stabilize the deeply divided country.Muslim Brotherhood Blasts Terror Group DesignationSenior Muslim Brotherhood leader says government's decision to blacklist the group is "illegitimate." Salafist Organization Claims Deadly Egypt AttackA Salafist organization claims responsibility for a deadly attack in Mansoura that killed 14 people and wounded more than 100 others. Morsi's PM Arrested While Trying to FleeEgyptian police arrest Hisham Qandil, former prime minister who served Morsi, as he tries to flee to Sudan. Egyptian PM: Mansoura Attack an 'Act of Terrorism'Egypt's interim PM says Mansoura attack is an act of terrorism, won't confirm he has fingered the Muslim Brotherhood for it. At Least 14 Dead in Egypt ExplosionAt least 14 people dead and 100 wounded in huge explosion at the Daqahliya security directorate in Mansoura, Egypt. Egypt: 3 Anti-Mubarak Activists Given Prison TermsEgyptian court gives jail sentences to three activists who spearheaded the 2011 uprising. Egypt: Third Trial Announced for Deposed MorsiMorsi along with members of Hamas and Hezbollah to be tried for a prison break and the murder of officers during the 2011 uprising.Video: Water Hurled as Egyptian Debate Turns UglyA televised debate on the political situation in Egypt turns ugly, as participants throw water at one another.Morsi Supporters to Boycott ReferendumThe Islamist supporters of deposed Egyptian president announce they will boycott a referendum on a new constitution next month. Muslim Brotherhood Leader Appears in CourtMohammed Badie says his movement perpetrated no violence as he appears in court for the first time since his arrest.Egypt Acquits 155 Protesters Arrested in OctoberEgyptian court acquits 155 people arrested during clashes in the capital between Muslim Brotherhood protesters and police. Car Bomb Defused Near Egypt's CapitalEgyptian forces defuse a bomb placed in a car and primed to explode on a roadside near the capital Cairo.Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood Opposes New ConstitutionAngry Muslim Brotherhood protesters dispersed by police in the capital - but some secular groups also voice concern.Egypt’s New Draft Constitution ApprovedEgypt’s new draft constitution approved for a referendum. Elections to follow in mid-2014. Hagel Concerned Over New Egypt Protest LawU.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel phones his Egyptian counterpart, voices concerns about new law that curbs protests.Leading Anti-Mubarak Activist Arrested in EgyptEgyptian police arrest an activist who was active in the 2011 uprising against former President Hosni Mubarak.Female Morsi Supporters Given Prison SentenceCourt in Egypt sentences 21 female supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi to 11 years in prison. |
