Latest in Tag: Tunisia Highlight
Latest in Tag: Tunisia
Tunisia police rape trial adjourned
The defence had asked for a doctor to conduct a psychiatric examination of the woman.
Egypt’s ambassador in Tunis returns to Egypt
Ambassador recalled following Tunisian president’s UNGA address amid condemnation of it in Egypt
Tunisia mediators say Islamists accept crisis plan
The country’s largest union confederation called on the Islamists and the secular opposition to agree on a date next week for a “national dialogue” aimed at ending a crisis sparked by the murder of a prominent opposition MP in July.
Presidency hopes Tunisia learns from Egypt
Presidency condemn Tunisian president’s address to UNGA
Egypt condemns Tunisia’s UNGA address
Tunisia called for releasing Morsi to ease the political tension in Egypt
Tunisia Islamists urged to fully accept crisis plan
The Ennahda party had issued a statement on Friday saying it accepted the blueprint for the formation of a government of independents and a national dialogue to finalise a new constitution and clear the way for elections.
Tunisia journalist held for remarks on egg-throwing case
Several dozen journalists and lawyers prevented police from executing the order, by blocking access to the judge’s office.
Why comparisons between Tunisia and Egypt aren’t helpful
By Maria Glenna Tunis – The suspension of Tunisia’s National Constituent Assembly on 7 August once again prompted comparisons between Tunisia and Egypt by political analysts and the media, asking if Tunisia will devolve into the violence we have recently seen in Egypt. It is true that there are similarities between Egypt and Tunisia. Both …
Egypt qualifies for basketball World Cup 2014
Egyptian basketball team qualifies for FIBA World Cup 2014, but fails to win FIBA Africa Championship.
Tunisia opposition rejects Islamists’ concession
“All negotiations without the dissolution of the government are a waste of time,” a representative of the National Salvation Front said
Tunisia braces for rival demos as crisis talks fail
AFP- Supporters and opponents of Tunisia’s Islamist-led government were expected to flood the streets of the capital in rival rallies Tuesday marking national women’s day, after a bid to resolve a weeks-old crisis foundered. The government led by the Islamist Ennahda party and its detractors have been locked in a bitter feud sparked by the murder …
Tunisia mounts “huge” anti-Islamist operation
Tunisian armed forces spokesperson said the assault was mounted after clashes on Thursday night between soldiers and “a terrorist group”
Thousands escort body of slain Tunisia opposition leader
The supporters of Brahmi, who included members of his family, took part in the procession, in the absence of representatives of the government led by the Islamist Ennahda party.
Same gun used in Tunisia assassinations: minister
Brahmi was killed with the same weapon used to murder Chokri Belaid in February: Tunisian Interior Minister
Tunisia opposition figure shot dead: officials
Opposition figure and MP Mohamed Brahmi was shot dead by unknown gunmen outside his home
Egypt’s Second Transition and the World
By Ronald Meinardus To understand the unfolding politics of post 30 June Egypt, it is useful to follow developments on three distinct policy levels. First, there is the level of the implementation of the new order’s roadmap. This is an extremely ambitious, I would even say unrealistic, timetable to get Egypt back to democratically legitimised …
How not to write about Egypt
By Hussein Ibish, Now News The upheaval in Egypt inevitably produced a torrent of American commentary, a great deal of which was cliched, glib or simply banal. But four articles stand out as particularly instructive examples of how not to write or think about change in Egypt and the broader Arab world. The most insidious …
Egypt summons Turkish Ambassador
Foreign ministry expresses “wonder” at official statements from Tunisia
Condemnation of violence at the Republican Guard headquarters
General call for prompt investigations, FJP calls for international intervention
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 …
The future of Islamism- part two: Where does Islamism go from here?
By Nicholas Gjorvad Today’s article explores the issues which face Islamists going forward. As part one pointed out, the setbacks that Islamist parties in the Middle East have recently experienced can largely be attributed to the instances of over-ambitious and unilateral moves of Islamist leaders in power. In light of the pushback from opposition groups, …
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. Today’s 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 …
Tunisia rapper jailed for two years
Several cases relating to the freedom of expression have sparked outrage in the North African country since Ennahda’s rise to power
Tunisia bomb attack kills two soldiers: Military
Mount Chaambi is in rugged area close to the border with Algeria where the Tunisian military has been hunting Qaeda-linked militants
Tunisia topless protester faces new charges
Amina Sboui, better known by her pseudonym Tyler, will be charged under the “criminal conspiracy” section of the penal code
HRW: Little regard for freedom of speech in the Arab World
Human Rights Watch says Arabs fought for freedom, yet have so far failed to protect freedom of speech
Tunisia ups security as Salafists vow to defy ban
Ansar al-Sharia had urged its supporters to travel to the venue in groups in a bid to get past police.
Jihadist leader threatens war against Tunisia govt
Abu Iyadh, whose real name is Seif Allah Ibn Hussein, is accused of organising numerous acts of violence and has been on the run since September, after an attack by Islamist protesters on the US embassy in September in which four of them died.
Hundreds protest against terrorism in Tunis
Tunisians protested on Friday against “terrorism” after the government said two wanted jihadist groups had ties with Al-Qaeda.
Football fans in the Gulf vote with their feet
By James M. Dorsey Football is defeating efforts by wealthy Gulf States to impregnate themselves against the wave of protests that have swept the Middle East and North Africa in the past two years and sparked a brutal civil war in Syria. Once a prince’s uncontested playing ground that allowed royals to curry favour, strengthen …