Latest in Tag: Al-sisi Highlight
Latest in Tag: Al-sisi
At least 49 killed, 247 wounded in 25 January anniversary
Egyptâs bloodiest day in months sees dozens reportedly killed by live ammunition
Revolution anniversary marked by celebrations and deadly clashes
Government supporters rally in Tahrir as security forces disperse downtown protests nearby
US congressional delegation ends two-day visit to Egypt
Delegation met with civic, religious leaders during âroutine visitâ
Is there any reason left to be bullish on Egypt?
After the dust cleared and the votes were counted for Egypt’s newest constitutional referendum, the interim regime cheered, announcing that the results represented âa clear endorsement of the roadmap to democracy, as well as economic development and stabilityâ. Others were more critical, though perhaps fewer than might be expected were particularly public about their disapproval. …
New constitution opens road for Sisi but youths distanced
Egyptian voters have approved the Tuesday-Wednesday referendum by 98.1%, officials announced Saturday, and the results are seen as nod to General Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi to run for president.
Random observations on Egyptâs referendum
On Wednesday, as the polls closed and results started pouring in, a big step in Egyptâs transitional roadmap was concluded. While it was a no brainer that the constitution was going to be overwhelmingly ratified by popular vote, the actual results of the referendum deserve to be analysed carefully, as they do paint a picture of …
Egyptiansâ lives: Between reality and fantasy
By Mohammed Nosseir Egyptians live two parallel lives: the life of reality that they struggle through daily and a fantasy existence of which they dream, a fantasy that they feel is quite close to reality, but have never managed to reach. Although the gap between the two is large and constantly growing, most Egyptians donât …
One Killed in Egypt as Police, Islamists Clash: security
AFP – Â At least one person was killed in clashes in Egypt Friday as police dispersed protesters loyal to ousted Islamist president Mohammed Morsi, security officials said. Police clamped down on protests in several cities, firing tear gas at the Islamists who aimed fire works at the riot police in one incident, police officials said. …
Egyptians turn out to vote on draft constitution
Apparent high turnout, minimal violence at polls, with a majority expressing support for constitution
On means and ends
On Tuesday, Egypt votes on the new constitution, which aims to show the world that 30 June has electoral legitimacy, and thus undermine the Muslim Brotherhoodâs legitimacy as well. Given that the Yes campaign is on the streets, on TV, in the newspapers, all over the social media and in targeted text messages to phones, …
Hagel phones Al-Sisi ahead of referendum
The US Secretary of Defence stressed the importance of a transparent referendum
UAE prime minister hopes Al-Sisi ‘stays in the army’, clarifies position later
Foreign Ministry spokesman declines to comment on allegations regarding Emirati interference in Egyptâs domestic politics
Indecision stalls presidential bids
It has yet to be decided whether the constitutional referendum will be followed by the presidential or parliamentary elections first
Ibrahim and Al-Sisi hold separate talks with Jordanian interior minister
Jordanian minister discusses security and regional developments with Egyptian ministers
Al-Sisi does not rule out running for president
Armed forces announce support for Al-Sisiâs candidacy âif people demand itâ
Four dead, 169 arrested during Friday marches
Deadly clashes erupted in Suez and Alexandria days before the national referendum
Over 160,000 army personnel to secure referendum process
Supreme Electoral Committee assigns 13,867 judges to oversee referendum at sub-polling stations
Rights groups condemn ‘exploitation of children’ for political purposes
Two groups express concern regarding two separate incidents of child exploitation
We are on the path of righteousness: General Al-Sisi
Al-Sisi assures non-commissioned officers that the military will fight terrorism
Tamarod announces support for Al-Sisi if he runs for presidency
The movement apologises for earlier statement urging Al-Sisi to not run for presidency
Mansour holds second national dialogue session over the roadmap
Interim president establishes fact-finding committee to look into violent incidents of the past six months
Hagel shares concerns with Al-Sisi
The US Defence Secretary discussed developments with the Egyptian Defence Minister Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi on the phone
Will Al-Sisi run for president?
First we will discuss the consequences of General Abdel Fatah Al-Sisi running for president. What first comes to mind is that Al-Sisi will win, of course, which would confirm the doubt that 30 June was a military coup. This would seriously hurt Egyptâs connections with the international political scene. On the other hand, this win …
Amr Moussa expresses support for Al-Sisi presidential candidacy
Tamarod urges the Minister of Defence not to run for presidency, demands presidential elections be held before Parliamentary elections
Al-Sisi meets US military commander
Minister of Defence and Commander of the US Central Command discuss issues relating to regional security
Mass protester killings going unanswered: HRW, Amnesty International, 11 NGOs
Statement recommends establishing an âeffective independent fact-finding committeeâ to investigate unlawful killings
National Defence Council addresses domestic security
Council urges citizens to preserve state institutions; meeting closely follows issuance of Protest Law
Protests organised to mark 100 days since sit-in dispersals
Anti-Coup Alliance calls for peaceful marches âin Egypt and around the worldâ
Sinai car-bomb casualties died âconfronting terrorismâ: Al-Sisi
Defence minister delivers speech after military funeral for 11 soldiers killed in North Sinai car bomb explosion
Foreign Ministry dismisses reports of Russian arms deal
âEverything is possibleâ in the Egypt-Russia relationship, no deal signed: Foreign ministry