Egyptian medical officials say the country’s deposed president, Hosni Mubarak, is weak and is refusing solid food – increasing speculation that he will not stand trial next week for his alleged role in the killing of anti-government protesters. Mr. Mubarak’s chief doctor, Assem Azzam, said Tuesday the former president suffers from severe depression. He also […]
Egypt Postpones Trial of Former Interior Minister
Posted July 25th, 2011 at 11:50 am (UTC-5)
An Egyptian court has postponed the trial of former Interior Minister Habib el-Adly so that it will coincide with the start of the trial of ousted Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak. The former interior minister and Mr. Mubarak face charges of killing protesters during the revolution that ousted the president in February. The court has set […]
Egypt Postpones Trial of Former Interior Minister
Posted July 25th, 2011 at 8:25 am (UTC-5)
An Egyptian court has postponed the trial of former Interior Minister Habib el-Adly so that it will coincide with the start of the trial of ousted Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak. The former interior minister and Mr. Mubarak face charges of killing protesters during the revolution that ousted the president in February. The court has set […]
Tensions on Rise Among Egyptian Factions Following Clashes
Posted July 24th, 2011 at 2:25 pm (UTC-5)
Tensions among Egypt’s many political factions are on the rise Sunday following Saturday’s clashes between protesters and gangs of armed men that led Egyptian security forces to fire shots into the air in an effort to break up the violence. The prominent youth-led April 6th Movement issued a statement Sunday saying that the “ugly face […]
Dozens Injured in Egyptian Clashes
Posted July 23rd, 2011 at 5:55 pm (UTC-5)
Egyptian security forces fired shots into the air after clashes broke out between protesters and gangs of armed men Saturday. The unrest took place in Cairo as about 1,000 demonstrators were marching near the Defense Ministry to press their demands for political reforms. Witnesses say the protesters were confronted by bands of men who began […]
Clash Erupts During Egyptian Protest March
Posted July 23rd, 2011 at 2:00 pm (UTC-5)
Egyptian security forces fired shots into the air after clashes broke out between protesters and civilians on Saturday. The unrest took place in Cairo as about 1,000 demonstrators were marching near the Defense Ministry to press their demands for political reforms. Witnesses say the protesters and civilians who had gathered along the course began throwing […]
Egyptian Leader Promises Democratic Reforms
Posted July 23rd, 2011 at 11:00 am (UTC-5)
The head of Egypt’s ruling military council said Saturday that the government is committed to democracy, while protesters seeking reforms continue their vigil in Cairo’s Tahrir Square. Field Marshall Mohammed Hussein Tantawi said the interim government is moving forward with its efforts to build a democratic state that upholds the rights and freedoms of citizens […]
Egyptian Forces Block Protesters Near Military Headquarters
Posted July 22nd, 2011 at 9:35 pm (UTC-5)
Egyptian protesters marched Friday toward the headquarters of the country’s military rulers in the city of Alexandria, amid reports of clashes between demonstrators and soldiers in other cities. Security forces blocked a road where more than 1,000 protesters were marching and prevented them from advancing. Witnesses say scuffles broke out, noting the military fired shots […]
Egyptians Rally for Change Despite Cabinet Reshuffle
Posted July 22nd, 2011 at 9:40 am (UTC-5)
Hundreds of Egyptian protesters renewed calls for reforms on Friday, saying Thursday’s Cabinet reshuffle stopped short of meeting their demands. Chanting activists rallied in Cairo’s Tahrir Square. Some demonstrators erected a tent city in the square two weeks ago and vowed to remain there until the interim government met their demands. Protesters are calling for […]
