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Latest in Tag: politics
True people power in Egypt
Egypt has a rare opportunity to build a unique direct democracy â without a president or political parties â 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 Egyptâs democratic future. But in order to do so, we …
Morsiâs best contribution to Egypt would be to make peace
âHelp us make sense of this?â 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 …
Tamarod leader says the movement against US policies, not US population
The Daily News Egypt spoke to Tamarod movement leader and spokesman Hassan Shahine, who said the party encouraged its supporters to stay in Tahrir square.
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
Arrest warrants issued for Islamist leaders
Al-Jamaa Al-Islamiya members refuse charges against them and call on interim president to resign
Ministry of Culture sit-in continues
Protest will continue until a new minister is appointed and controversial decisions are reversed.
Ousting Morsi: A Pyrrhic victory?
Analysts and pundits inside and outside Egypt are deliberating and wondering what exactly happened in the country. People are asking questions such as: âWas it a coup dâĂ©tat? What do the US and the world think of us?â Others are taking on the news channels and blogs, venomously rejecting the notion that this was indeed …
The winding path of Egyptâs revolution
By Dr Brecht De Smet There are many ways to interpret the 30 June protests and former president Mohamed Morsiâs exit. From a formal democratic perspective, the military intervention constituted a coup against a legitimate president. From the viewpoint of secularism, the fall of Morsi and the Muslim Brotherhood signals the end of Islamist encroachment. …
The future of Islamism part 1: A difficult year for Islamists
By Nicholas Gjorvad This is the first of three articles discussing the future of Islamism in Egypt and the Middle East. Todayâs article will review the various setbacks of Islamist parties in the region not long after impressive electoral victories. Part two will explore the path that Islamism takes from here and whether the Islamist …
Thus spoke the Egyptians: Why is it not a coup?
When we celebrated the end of Mubarakâs rule on 11 February 2011, we did not expect to do it again two and a half years later. This is not one of the articles that talk about how great the Egyptian people are, and start taking you in an endless journey through historical achievements that date …
Egyptâs coup de quoi!?
What happened in Egypt was not a âcoupâ. It was the millions on the streets, not dressed in khaki, who democratically ejected Morsi. Now they must finish the job of removing the military from politics. As an Egyptian abroad, I cannot but bow my head in admiration and appreciation at what my compatriots have achieved …
Meet the President
Adly Mansour takes oath of office in front of Supreme Constitutional Court’s general assembly
Morsi announces readiness to form interim coalition government
The government will choose Prime Minister and run parliamentary elections
Military and opposition respond to Morsi’s speech
Opposition says president’s speech incited violence and army page admin says they will sacrifice their lives to counter terrorism and extremism
Human rights organisations condemn violence against protesters
Various human rights organisations issue a joint statement urging Egyptian authorities to allow peaceful protests
Al-Erian: The era of military coups has ended
Freedom and Justice Party Chairman says Egypt will continue the path of democracy with an “Islamic influence”
Opposition nominates ElBaradei to negotiate with government
The National Salvation Front and the June 30 Front nominated ElBaradei to represent the opposition in talks with government âto find a solution for this crisisâ.
Army denies “coup” claims
Army Spokesman further explains “ultimatum” statement
Assiut mourns its dead
Clashes between 30 June protesters and supporters of the president in Assiut lead to 3 dead and 15 injured
Gods and generals
As I write this article, 30 June has just begun: people are waving Egyptian flags and happily going about their day, Tahrir square is filled to the brim hours before marches are scheduled to begin, and El-Merghany street leading up to the presidential palace is already closed off. On my way to work, I noticed …
Editorâs letter: Morsi in free fall
Three months ago I wrote my weekly editorâs letter and named it âThe real countdown to the Brotherhoodâs fall.â I think I was too conservative in my analysis, basing my argument on an assumed progression of negative attitudes held by average citizens against President Mohamed Morsi and the ruling Muslim Brotherhood. I should have found …
Resistant art
A new graffiti in Zamalek cuts at current political situation
Salvation Now
There isnât a talk show or an article which does not attempt to take a stab at the current mesmerising state of Egyptian affairs. The guests are different, the writing styles are diverse but the burning question remains unchanged: âWhat is the solution to all of this?â This question on its own carries within it …
Press conference on post-30 June plans
Activists and groups present their vision for new elections and greater accountability
ONTV among TV channels receiving âwarningsâ of closure
An official statement from the General Authority for Investment warned of shutting down the channels if legal limits are crossed
Tarek El Zomor elected new secretary general for Building and Development party
The Building and Development Party, the political faction of Al Gamaâa Al Islamiya have elected Tarek El Zummor as their new secretary general
Al Faraeen Channel shut down mid-broadcast
Al Faraeen Channel was shut down Thursday night, Ministry of interior denied rumours about arrest of owner Tawfiq Okasha
Islamist forces join together for Rabaa Al-Adaweya protest
National Coalition to Support Legitimacy includes 11 Islamist parties and groups
Administrative Judiciary refuses jurisdiction regarding Shura cases
The judiciary does not have the authority to rule on cases challenging Shura rulings
Clashes in Zagazig ahead of major weekend protests
Muslim Brotherhood and opposition exchange blame, deny responsibility