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Amnesty International defends research against foreign ministry accusations of ‘lies’
NGO says Egyptian authorities do not differentiate between ”peaceful criticism and abuses by armed groups”
Sinai attacks will negatively impact Rafah border opening: Hamas leader
After “Islamic State” affiliates in North Sinai staged major attacks on North Sinai checkpoints they fired rocket at Israeli city of Ashkelon
Final verdict for SPAP and witnesses to Al-Sabbagh killing 26 September
Defence optimistic and expectant of acquittals
213 Ansar Beit Al-Maqdis members’ trial postponed
Presiding judge in the case was announced as a target by the group
Court to rule on Mubarak’s appeal in telecommunications case on 24 October
Mubarak, Adly and Nazif previously fined EGP 540m for cutting communications during 2011 revolution
Army forces in Sinai operating on only 1% capacity: Al-Sisi
President Al-Sisi visits North Sinai as Supreme Commander of Armed Forces
2 arrested on charges of creating websites inciting violence
One of accused is charged with running “Revolutionary Punishment” page
91 arrested trying to infiltrate Libya border
“Islamic State” clashes with Islamist forces in Derna
2 injured in clashes between police, students during protest
One student reportedly killed in Maadi as SAC launches new wave of protests on second anniversary of Morsi’s ouster
Dollar exchange rate expected to exceed EGP 7.8 this week
CBE sold $40m of periodic dollar bid, with average dollar exchange rate of EGP 7.63, after four month stability
Assassination plot foiled, bombs target electric installations
Another bomb exploded in Aswan railway station
CBE raises dollar price by 10 piasters at official auction
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) allowed the Egyptian pound to deteriorate on Thursday, for the first time since February 2015
North Sinai attacks internationally condemned
The United States, the European Union, Japan, and others “express deep condolences” and support for Egypt’s “fight against terrorism” after “State of Sinai” attacks on Egyptian soldiers
In Pictures: From anger to tears of happiness
The rollercoaster of emotions surrounding Mohamed Morsi’s ouster
Controversy increases over Muslim Brotherhood killings
Journalists claim to have been arrested outside Zeinhom morgue, while Interior Ministry says it arrested 21 more middle-ranking Brotherhood members
Tamarod: From deposing Morsi to its own collapse
25 January and 30 June were not revolutions because we haven’t done anything differently since, says ex-Tamarod founder
“Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience” to return for the third round
Global fashion legends and emerging talents to showcase their latest creations at Dubai Mall
A successful first victory for Egyptian teams in Africa
Smouha, Al-Ahly, and Zamalek are on top of the quarterfinals groups in the two African championships
Maged Abo Sleem third round champion of Egyptian Drifting Championship
“Egyptian Drifting” is the first Egyptian championship in drifting in the country.
Uzbekistan’s Denis Istomin is Nottingham Open surprise
Istomin qualified to the finals after achieving five victories: the first one was over the Spaniard Nicolás Almagro, with 1-6, 4-6; his second win was against Argentine Juan Mónaco, with 1-6, 2-6; and the third was against the Ukrainian Sergiy Stakhovsky, 5-7, 4-6.
Big conflict in the summer mercato between Al-Ahly and Zamalek in Egypt
Over the years, conflict between the two biggest Egyptian clubs erupted, with players moving to either one of the teams with big media fanfare.
Yahia and Cairo Marriott awaken Khedive Ismail and Empress Eugenie
“I am so inspired by royalties, especially the royal era in Egypt,” says Yahia
9 Muslim Brotherhood members killed in Cairo
Brotherhood accuses police of ‘executing’ members in cold blood; police say deceased fired at forces, were killed in action
Ramadani tourism events in historic, non-historic places in Egypt
Tourism during holy month includes historic tours, breaking fast meals, tanoura and religious chanting shows
Misr Insurance pays EGP 127.5m in compensation for Taba Heights torrent damages
By Abdel Razek Al-Shuwekhi and Mohamed Azab Misr Insurance Company has paid EGP 127.5m in total compensation to Orascom Hotels & Development Company for the material damage suffered by the latter’s hotels in the Taba Heights resort. The damage were the result of strong torrents witnessed by Taba, South Sinai, during May 2014, according to …
New state budget targets total deficit of EGP 251bn: Finance ministry
Total debt interest for local and foreign loans in state budget draft for FY 2015/2016 amounts to 244bn, with an increase of 25.1%, statement says
‘We are under siege’: Sheikh Zuweid police officer
Dozens killed in major clashes in North Sinai between army and “State of Sinai” militants
Despite mounting attacks, observers do not offer damning assessment of security
Analysts say security has deteriorated but Egypt’s security forces will not lose control
Lawyers concerned presidential amendment of terrorism law affects judicial independence
Cabinet reviewed Wednesday new amendments on anti-terrorism law that increases penalties for terrorism suspects
Counter measures to threats should respect rights, rule of law: Rights groups
Extensive analysis and reactions by different groups continue amid tense political climate following Barakat’s killing