Latest in Tag: June 30 Highlight
Latest in Tag: June 30

Egypt’s art scene and the June 30 Revolution
Consequently, the Egyptian artistic movement has always been in tune with the country’s political and social developments throughout its long history, and our history is full of works of art that came to being in the wake of revolutions and victories, amid a state of national fervour that affected both the creator and audiences.

Egypt commemorates June 30 uprising’s 6th anniversary
Madbouly says that uprising was “course correction”

The people endure tough economic reform decisions: Al-Sisi
The president reviewed state’s courses during speech June 30 uprising anniversary Â

Parades, rallies and art performances: Egyptians celebrate 30 June with support from police
The government has undertaken unprecedented measures in support of the rallies celebrating the anniversary of the uprising

Rabaa Al-Adaweya Square renamed after assassinated Prosecutor General
The request was made in order to “erase the memory” of the Rabaa Al-Adaweya sit-in, says Head of Judges Club

Malicious attempts cannot break our unity: Al-Sisi to Arab kings
Egyptian authorities reject alleged leaks against GCC countries
Criminal court sentences Syrian citizen to life imprisonment on terrorism charges
Defendant convicted with shooting 6 civilians in Tahrir Square

30 June fact finding committee extends work until 21 November
The updated report is expected to include data regarding Rabaa sit-in dispersal from “official entities” and victims’ families

Will Egyptians restore their sense of security?
Egypt faces increased militancy and crime following 25 January Revolution

Post-30 June fund to provide 140 homes for homeless families by the end of 2014
Project’s total cost to stand at EGP 61m

Ashton: We want Egypt to succeed
EU foreign policy head addresses concerns over growing polarisation in Egypt in speech to EU

My dismissal is far from professional: Shahira Amin
The Nile TV presenter was dismissed after her comments on CNN were considered “incitement against 30 June implying it was a coup”
Egyptian observer speaks at the Human Rights Council
High Commissioner for Human Rights expresses her concern over situation in Egypt

No current political power will bring back time: Mansour
The interim president gave his first interview answering

Lethal force authorised to defend state institutions: Minister of Interior
Ministry of Interior announces that it will not allow police or religious institutions to be affected by Friday protests

Morsi supporters call for civil disobedience and mass rallies on Friday
The National Alliance to Support Legitimacy announces plans for mass protests and civil disobedience with the call of “regaining the January 25th Revolution”

Stock market witnesses first gain in a week
The bourse registered its first gain since the Ministry of Interior dispersed sit-ins in support of former president Mohamed Morsi

Egypt is not a weak state: Presidential press conference
“We will be victorious against terrorism and violence…extremist powers have been running the show”

Car market on shaky ground
Car market sales in June registered a 17% rise compared to June 2012.

Mixed reactions to US senators labelling events ‘coup’
The Freedom and Justice Party wanted more from the senators while other parties denounced the visit.

Foreign ministry tours continue
Ambassadors inform other nations of Egypt’s political developments

Foreign ministry warns Turkey on Egypt stance
Ministry calls Turkish statements on Egypt a “transgression of diplomatic norms”

Accusations follow Rabaa Al-Adaweya clashes
Turkish Foreign Ministry, Freedom and Justice Party and opposition offer their reactions to violence
Morsi’s ouster was will of the people: ambassador to France
Kamel later met with the French-Egyptian Friendship Group in the French National Assembly and phoned the group’s head to “explain the events of the 30 June revolution” and the current situation.
Israeli president: “Egypt needs an economic revolution”
Shimon Peres comments on situation in Egypt
HRW calls on Egypt to respect rights of Syrian refugees
Human Rights Watch condemns arbitrary arrest of Syrian refugees in Egypt

National Coalition to Support Legitimacy: Al-Sisi’s call a “declaration of civil war”
Calls for counter-demonstrations on Friday

Judge prolongs detention of suspects from MB HQ clashes
Muslim Brotherhood leaders appeal for release pending

Al-Sisi and Mansour celebrate 23 July anniversary
The interim president gave a speech in celebration of the 61st anniversary of the 23 July 1952 revolution, and Al-Sisi sent him a letter of congratulations.

Al-Nour Party opposes drafting new constitution
The Salafi party wants to amend the 2012 constitution and is assessing the performance of the newly appointed constituent assembly.