Latest in Tag: DNE Highlight
Latest in Tag: DNE
Wednesday 10 July 2013, issue 2232
A stark difference
The streets of Cairo seem to be less prepared for the holy month compared to previous years
Flights to Egypt unaffected by violence
“We are in the season of Umrah [a high travel season] and we are functioning properly,”
Population to hit 84.7 million for World Population Day: CAPMAS
The rate of births per 1,000 citizens was reported at 25.7 in 2006, increasing to 31.9 in 2012, while the rate of deaths per 1,000 citizens also increased slightly from 6.3 in 2006 to 6.4 in 2012.
Editor’s letter: Brothers and generals; the end of coexistence
Almost a year ago, in an article called Brothers and generals, a phase of coexistence, I argued that the dramatic decision by ousted president Mohamed Morsi to “sack” Field Marshal Mohamed Tantawi and his deputy General Sami Anan was actually a subtle internal military coup made with the blessing of the Muslim Brotherhood. I believed, …
UAE, Saudi Arabia pledge an aid package of $8bn to Egypt
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia approved a $5bn in aid to Egypt, according to Reuters.
The Murky waters of 30 June – part 1: Regarding the legitimacy issue
As the world now knows, 30 June was a success. Millions went out to the streets, and we ended up with a mixture of scenario 2 and scenario 3 from my previous article: Morsi did get deposed, but this time by the military to avoid open civil war and an eventual bloody revolution. Credit must …
Rafah crossing reopens
Gaza spokesman: Opening the border will not affect security issues
Controversial video allegedly shows soldier shooting at protesters
Military spokesperson claims that the video could be false, while Muslim Brotherhood calls soldier a ‘sniper’
Amnesty International calls for prompt independent investigations
UN Secretary General and EU High Representative second Amnesty’s calls, stressing on the importance of having a peaceful dialogue including all political powers
Qandil steps down
Resignation followed deadly clashes outside the Republican Guard headquarters on Monday
Tuesday 09 July 2013, issue 2231
New investments in the first half of year total EGP 9bn
2204 new investment projects have been founded during the first half of 2012
A source from the General Authority for Investments says the amount of investments in the previous regimes was higher.
A petition to international media
By Ahmed El-Ashram I and millions of Egyptian people are following the international media coverage of recent developments in Egypt with profound disappointment. Unlike the revolution that ousted Hosni Mubarak from power, this one is met with abundant discontent and antipathy. Arguably, the precedent that this publicly-backed coup has set seems threatening to the US-planned …
Brotherhood leadership split members
Group criticises Brotherhood leaders and accuses them of forgetting the teachings of founders
Sorrow and anger at Rabaa Al-Adaweya
Supporters of Mohamed Morsi continue demonstrating at Rabaa as some stand off against Republican Guard following Monday’s fatalities
Israel urges its citizens to leave Sinai
Israel warns its nationals from travelling to Sinai and calls on those present to leave immediatelyIsrael warns its nationals from travelling to Sinai and calls on those present to leave immediately
June 30 Front defends anti-Brotherhood protests
Front holds presser holding Morsi responsible for “instigating violence”
The future of Islamism- part three: What will become of the Muslim Brotherhood?
By Nicholas Gjorvad While part two discussed what factors will shape Islamist parties in the future, part three will focus specifically on the future of the Muslim Brotherhood which has become an increasingly popular topic in the last few days. At this juncture, the future of the Brotherhood is dependent upon a myriad of factors …
Ministry of Culture protesters march to Tahrir
The march from the Ministry of Culture to Tahrir was of a more political nature
Monday 08 July 2013, issue 2230
Stocking up for Ramadan
Despite the current events, Ramadan is imminent and we wondered how the preparations for the holy month are going.
Split second
By Philip Whitfield Was it a coup d’etat, half a coup, coup-lite or just plain old martial law? The top brass gave Morsi just enough rope to hang himself to execute their mission: divide and rule. Not so fast, say some. It’s our revolution, not theirs. If you want to pray the worldwide court of …
True people power in Egypt
Egypt has a rare opportunity to build a unique direct democracy – without a president or political parties – tailored to its needs that could also serve as a model for other Arab countries. In my previous article, I promised to outline a vision for Egypt’s democratic future. But in order to do so, we …
Morsi’s best contribution to Egypt would be to make peace
“Help us make sense of this?” That is usually the question an analyst gets asked. The good ones tend to try their best, with as many qualifications as possible, knowing that they cannot possibly account for all the variables. They also know who else to direct people to, in order to get a wider, more …
EOHR calls for a change in attitude regarding torture
The Egyptian Organisation for Human Rights published a report on all torture cases since the 2011 revolution, calls for a change in legislation
Observers to Protect the Revolution condemn violence
The coalition demands the release of political detainees, including a member of the National Council for Human Rights
Strong Egypt Party stresses reconciliation
Party also points out importance of the formation of a technocratic government, setting a time frame for the transitional period
Sunday 07 July 2013, issue 2229
Contemporary dance programme in peril
Independent artist Karima Mansour gives her point of view on Egypt’s art scene.