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White House pledges to continue transfer of Guantanamo Bay inmates
The White House plans to transfer more inmates out of the Guantanamo Bay military prison in Cuba before Donald Trump is inaugurated as president on January 20.
Merkel welcomes Obama under cloud of Trump
Chancellor Angela Merkel is hosting Barack Obama in Berlin for the last time in his presidency.
Can Trump fix corporate tax loopholes that make him richer?
Donald Trump believes that he is smart for paying no taxes, given that his business has been compliant with the tax codes. Recently, the debate about how to manage corporate tax loopholes has been on the rise, and many companies, such as Apple, came under fire. But the responsibility of addressing any backdoors in …
US drone strikes killed up to 116 civilians, new report says
In a much-anticipated report, the US has revealed the number of people – including civilians – killed in drone strikes. The report, however, is unlikely to quash criticism.
Puerto Rico defaults amid hopes for US rescue
Puerto Rico has suspended all payments on its multi-billion dollar debt after US President Barack Obama signed a law creating a federal oversight board to negotiate the restructuring of the island’s arrears.
World adjusts to Brexit vote after initial shock
EU officials have called for the UK to start the exit process “as soon as possible” after voters decided to leave the bloc. But the US president said their decision speaks to the “challenges raised by globalization.”
How the Japanese view Obama’s Hiroshima visit
Barack Obama has become the first sitting US president to tour the city that was the site of the world’s first atomic bombing – an unprecedented step welcomed by the Japanese people. Julian Ryall reports from Tokyo.
Barack Obama gets last laugh with US media as presidential term winds down
During his last appearance as US leader at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, Barack Obama pulled out all the comedic stops. He finished his speech with “a mic drop” and the words “Obama out.”
Open letter calls on Obama and Ban to raise Ahmed Maherâs detention with Al-Sisi
Letter calling for the release of 6 April founder carries signatures of prominent figures, including Noam Chomsky
Mohamed Soltan’s health conditions deteriorate
Activist has been on hunger strike for 360 days to protest his detention
The capitalist cure for terrorism
Military might alone wonât defeat Islamic State and its ilk. The US needs to promote economic empowerment
Al-Sisi to meet Obama following US invitation: Investment minister
International electricity companies visiting Cairo next week to invest in solar energy
ISIS calls for more attacks in Egypt
Extremist group congratulates militants in Egypt for âtheir blessed operations in Sinaiâ
Arab League calls for unity in face of regional crisis
Challenges confronting Arab region exceed security measures taken, says Arab League head El-Araby
Tense Egyptian-US relations evident in Africa summit
US is striving to expand its influence in Africa, Egypt heads project to develop its African interests, strategic expert says
Detained Egyptian-American activist appeals to US government to aid in his release
Petition to release Sultan, Al-Shamy sent to National Council for Human Rights
Obama to seek Israeli backing for peace framework
Obama is now consumed by Russia’s incursion into Ukraine, which is developing into the biggest transatlantic crisis since the end of the Cold War.
Syria foes meet for final talks as peace process flounders
The United Nations warned Friday that more than 2,700 refugees had poured across the Lebanese border as the Syrian army carries out an offensive in the Qalamun mountains and heads towards the opposition-held town of Yabrud.
A benevolent dictator would consider human rights for respectful citizens: Hammouda
Daily News Egypt interviews Ahmed Ezzâs lawyer
Worldâs rich threaten democracy, says Oxfam in pre-Davos report
The World Economic Forum, which organises the Davos talkfest, warned last week that the growing gulf between the rich and the poor represents the biggest global risk in 2014.
Majority of Americans support cutting aid to Egypt
A Pew Research Center report indicates that most Americans think cutting military aid to Egypt should be used to pressure Egyptian government
Obama cancels biannual joint military exercise with Egypt
US President condemns steps taken by interim government
Deputy Secretary of State Burns in Egypt
Burns is first US official to visit Egypt since removal of Morsi
Israel to transfer blocked Palestinian funds: PM’s office
A spokesman for Netanyahu said the decision was to take effect “immediately”.
Kerry rewards Egypt $250m for Morsiâs reforms
Kerry said the move represented âa good-faith effort to spur reform and help the Egyptian people at this difficult timeâ
Egypt receives new US fighter jets
The foreign military financing scheme is part of the Camp David Accords, which brought an end to hostilities between Egypt and Israel in 1979
West focuses attention on Egypt
The whole world is watching as Egypt struggles to define itself politically and legally
US senator urges Morsy U-turn
US aid to Egypt could be in jeopardy
Clinton in Cairo to meet Morsy
Clinton: âAmericaâs commitment to Israelâs security is rock solid and unwaveringâ
Republicans steamed over Rice as possible top diplomat
Members of the House hold no confirmation power over presidential nomination