Egyptian Election Committee Names Morsi Winner
The Islamist candidate is declared the victor in Egypt’s presidential election.
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Egypt’s Army Tightens Grip as Islamist Claims Win
Egypt’s military moves to curtail the powers of the freely elected president as the Muslim Brotherhood’s candidate claims victory.
Egypt Dissolves Parliament, Reimposes Martial Law
A court decision forces early parliamentary elections.
Compromise Reached on Writing Egypt’s Constitution
Islamists and secularists agree to form a panel to rewrite Egypt’s constitution.
Egypt’s Generals Issue Ultimatum to Parliament
The generals in charge of Egypt demand a new constitution before there are elections.
Shafik Seeks to Claim Mantle of Egypt’s Revolution
A former Mubarak minister is secular voters’ only hope of preventing an Islamist takeover.
In Egypt, “The Revolution Has Ended”
Islamists and a former member of Mubarak’s regime compete for the presidency.
No Frontrunner in Egypt’s First Free Presidential Election
Polls show no favorite to inherit Egypt’s presidency. It may take two voting rounds.
Israel Challenges Egypt Over Sinai Security Chaos
Israel had to defend its citizens while avoiding the collapse of the peace treaty with Egypt.
South Sudan Wants China to Pick Sides in Dispute
South Sudan, a major Chinese oil trading partner, says Beijing’s foreign policy failing.
Brotherhood, Spy Chief Exit Egypt’s Presidential Race
Khairat al-Shater and Omar Suleiman are barred from running for president in Egypt.
Sudan Mobilizes Army as South Claims Key Oilfields
South Sudan takes possession of a strategic town near the border with the north.
Brotherhood, Spy Chief Enter Egypt’s Presidential Race
The Muslim Brotherhood and Omar Suleiman intend to contest Egypt’s presidency.
Libyan Eastern Province Declares Semiautonomy
Tribal leaders insist the move is necessary after decades of discrimination under Gaddafi’s regime.
Libya: French Soft Power in Retrospect
France’s leadership role in Libya was an example of its ability to “frame and shame.”