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Latest in Tag: terrorism

Beltagy and Hegazy sentenced to 15 years for torture
Broadcaster and other Muslim Brotherhood leaders also found guilty in case
Government relying on economic reform to improve Egyptiansâ lives: Finance minister
Sustainability and stability for next five years is a requisite for growth
Bomb explodes beneath Minya Al-Qamh main waterline
One man injured
Al-Sisi and Obama hold âconstructive and positiveâ discussions in New York
The two presidents discuss ISIS and Libya, agree on future foreign ministers’ dialogue mechanism
Egypt discusses Libya and Yemen at the United Nations
Despite security threats, Egypt uses diplomacy to deal with situation in Libya, says Shoukry

Shoukry and Kerry discuss confronting terrorism
Foreign minister met an array of diplomats and officials on sidelines of 69th United Nations General Assembly in New York

Egypt hopes new government will direct Libya to democracy: Shoukry
Foreign minister shows support of legal entities in Libya during UN assembly

Mixed scenarios play out for runaway Brotherhood members
After seven leading Muslim Brotherhood leaders announced on 12 September that they would depart their longtime ally, Qatar, diverse scenarios were raised as to the reasons behind the decision, including how it would affect the group, future whereabouts and whether the Egyptian authorities will hunt them down in their new locations. Contradictory statements The …

Shoukry discusses the Middle East and terrorism in UN meeting
Half-solutions will not resolve the issue of terrorism, says Egyptian Foreign Minister

Sobhi meets French counterpart to exchange views on regional security
Defence ministers and Egyptian chief of staff discussed cooperation in various fields and latest developments
Egypt and France to discuss combating international terrorism
France changes stance towards Egyptian politics: political analyst

Fighting the Islamic State: What about the day after?
By James M. Dorsey The beheading of a second American journalist and the likely execution of a British national have left US President Barak Obama and other Western leaders few options but to step up military operations against Islamist jihadists in Iraq and expand the battle into Syria. The focus on confronting the militant jihadists …

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

Egypt considers ties with Ethiopia ‘key component’ of foreign policy
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry visits Ethiopia, after concluding European tour in Rome

US approves Apache deal and military cooperation with Egypt
Region also needs to work together and improve economic and social procedures to combat extremism, says President Al-Sisi
âDangerous terroristâ arrested as military campaign in North Sinai continues
Military destroys tunnel openings in Rafah as part of ongoing campaign to restore security

Egypt does not support the Syrian regime or opposition: Al-Sisi
Egypt is a member of the Friends of Syria group, which is made up of countries that oppose Syrian president Al-Assad

Egypt to host Libya neighboursâ talks on 25 August
Shoukry and Arab League envoy to Libya discuss possible political solutions to the situation in Libya

Final death sentences handed to 12 for policemanâs death in Kerdasa
The policeman was shot dead during a massive security operation in the village

Shoukry discusses Egyptians in Libya with Tunisian PM
The visit comes amid intensified Egyptian efforts to evacuate nationals residing in restive neighbour Libya
Car bomb explodes, another prevented in Giza
Rural village rocked by early morning explosion killing 3
âDangerousâ Ansar Beit Al-Maqdis member killed during arrest operation: MOI
Killed member responsible for attacks on security personnel and âvitalâ institutions, says interior ministry
Prosecution refers 20 to court on terrorism charges
The men are believed to be members of the militant group Agnad Misr

31 âterror cellsâ uncovered during last month and a half: MOI
Some of those arrested were in possession of grenades, firearms, and improvised explosive devices.

Egyptâs foreign minister meets Libyan counterpart
Foreign ministers discuss latest developments in North African country, prepare for conference on Libyan border security

Islamic State caliph makes first appearance
State media reports Iranian fighter pilot killed, militants destroy shrines and mosques

Security to be intensified in wake of bombings: MOI
The ministry blamed the Muslim Brotherhoodâclassified by Egypt as a terrorist organisationâfor âcreating a state of chaosâ.

Criminal incidents will not deter gov’t from uprooting terrorism: Mehleb
The cabinet began its weekly meeting by taking a minute to mourn the deaths caused by recent bombings

Al-Sisi, Ibrahim meet over security concerns
Terrorism, police training among topics discussed

Economic success can be achieved in 2 years, with âsacrificeâ by Egyptian people: Al-Sisi
On the first anniversary of the 30 June uprising, the newly appointed president discusses state of economy, pledges to âcorrect religious discourseâ