Latest in Tag: terrorism Highlight
Latest in Tag: terrorism

80 documented assaults on members of the press: Journalists Against Torture
The conflict between the media and the state in the struggle for press freedom reached its peak in May with unprecedented attacks on the Press Syndicate and its leaders

Terrorism affects both sides in complex Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The terror attack against Israeli civilians in Tel Aviv shows just how convoluted the conflict is. Israelis and Palestinians are equally responsible, says political scientist Sylke Tempel.

Are the so-called guardians of religion taking it too far?
Muslims faced by controversial fatwas while state tightens grip on mosques

Egypt supports unity, sovereignty of Iraq over all territories: Al-Sisi
The president and Iraqi FM reviewed counter-terrorism efforts and the fight against IS

No response from Egypt on airport security proposals: Russian official
The Egyptian side is taking the Russian recommendations seriously, says Neradko

EU, US sign data deal to fight crime, terrorism
The agreement aims to protect personal data transferred across the Atlantic, following revelations of large-scale US snooping. The “Umbrella Agreement” will aid in the fight against cross-border crime and terrorism.

Egypt and Hungary sign MOU to enforce bilateral relations
Al-Sisi and Orbán also discussed current developments in the Middle East especially the Libyan and Syrian crises which impact security in both regions

Al-Ahzar Grand Imam discusses religious dialogue in France
Al-Azhar University plans to host an interreligious conference by end of this year in Egypt

Armed Forces kill 85 alleged militants in Sinai
This comes as part of the ongoing Martyr’s Right operation

EgyptAir MS804: all causes possible, none confirmed
Pilot labels fire hazard as plausible cause, while another senior presidential pilot rules out technical failures

Victims of EgyptAir crash mourned as their life stories emerge
Families and friends mourn the 66 lives lost in EgyptAir aeroplane crash while hundreds stand in solidarity and pay tribute

Fire on board more likely than terrorism scenario in EgyptAir crash
Aviation and navigation take priority over ground communication in an in-flight emergency, says safety and accident investigation professor

First trial in prosecutor-general’s assassination set for 14 June
Hisham Barakat’s motorcade was targeted by assailants in June 2015, which led to his assassination

Experts discuss importance of international law for Egypt’s national security
The experts tackled issues of terrorism, the Ethiopian dam, and the Arab league’s role during a conference on Saturday

German ambassador astonished by security’s storming of Press Syndicate
The lack of respect for human rights will negatively affect investment and stability, says German Ambassador to Egypt

North Sinai: Egypt’s silenced land
The Egyptian state uses the terrorism law to suppress journalists’ coverage of the North Sinai conflict

At least 3 policemen killed, 8 injured in Sinai attack
Security forces’ vehicle targeted Wednesday in Sheikh Zuwaid

Press Syndicate seminar addresses journalists’ role amid Egypt’s war on terrorism
Media responsibility versus media accountability: journalists

Unemployment and terrorism in Egypt
I know I will not be the first or the last to write about the problem of unemployment in Egypt, but here, I will address in a few lines the disaster—not problem—of unemployment, which continues to snowball on a daily bases, causing frustration among the youth and their families every hour of every day. The …

2 Anti-Coup Alliance members acquitted of terrorism charges
The defendants are no longer wanted in relation to any other case

Sobhy discusses counter-terrorism efforts with US congressional delegation
The delegation was headed by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham

Islamic coalition chiefs underline military role in fighting terrorism
Chiefs of staff called for taking all measures to develop more policies and laws to monitor the funding of terror groups

Recapturing Palmyra a success for Syrian army’s strategy against terrorism: Al-Assad
Syrian government promises to repair all destroyed historic sites in city

The Unholy Trinity: terrorism, state terrorism and human rights
To understand the Egyptian Rubik’s Cube, your eyes must turn to the unholy trinity of terrorism, state terrorism, and systematic human rights abuses. Close examination of each arena reveals an Egyptian Body Politic in desperate need of remedy but heading downhill with meteoric speed. Attacks on Egyptian non-governmental organisations are at an all-time crescendo, attacks …

Egypt to provide military training for 1,000 CEN-SAD military cadres
Egyptian Minister of Defence Sedki Sobhi presented the “Sharm El-Sheikh Agreement” at the conclusion of the fifth Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) on Tuesday.

Russia, West ‘can come together like a fist’ against terrorism: Russian deputy minister
Russia has called on the West to unite with it in the fight against Islamist terror. DW spoke with Russian Deputy Defense Minister Antonov about Moscow’s role in the “war on terror” and its defense strategy.

Brussels pays the price
Muslims in Europe are always charged with every terrorist incident occurring in Europe, even before conducting any investigation. As I wrote before: “You are paying the price for our politicians’ errors”. My first point is, a terrorism tree grows only in a forest of extremism. Those who fight terrorism, excluding extremism, will lose both battles. …

Prosecutor General receives Russian report on plane crash
Local investigative committee examines aircraft technical history

Court suspends death sentences in ‘October cell’ trial
Court orders re-trial for seven defendants formerly facing death penalties and life imprisonment

Al-Sisi, Putin affirm fight against terrorism must extend to Yemen, Libya
The Egyptian and Russian heads of state pledge bilateral action in spheres of energy and military-technical cooperation