Libya Fragmentation Looms as South Debates Autonomy
Tribal leaders in southwestern Fezzan accuse the central government of failing their region.
Africa
After Egypt Coup, Tunisia’s Islamists Make Concessions
Tunisia’s ruling Islamist party agrees to let more secular politicians into the government to stave off further unrest.
Despite Calls to Cut Aid, American Influence in Egypt Limited
Reducing American assistance for a military that is suppressing Islamist dissent might not affect its behavior.
Egypt Army’s Crackdown Puts Pressure on Obama to Sever Ties
Lawmakers’ outrage over the Egyptian army’s suppression of the Muslim Brotherhood could force the president’s hand.
Egypt’s Interim Leaders, Muslim Brotherhood Refuse to Budge
Neither the military nor supporters of deposed president Mohamed Morsi are willing to compromise.
Tunisia’s Islamists Reject Opposition Demands to Step Down
Emboldened by events in Egypt, Tunisia’s opposition seeks to force the Islamists out of office.
American Policy in Tatters as Egypt’s Morsi is Charged
If the Muslim Brotherhood is excluded from politics, it could force the Obama Administration’s hands.
Arab Gulf States Promise to Prop Up Egypt’s Failing Economy
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates promise to provide much needed cash for Egypt’s interim government.
Violent Protests Cloud Egyptian Army’s Takeover
The military’s popularity could disappear if Egyptians continue to die in demonstrations.
Morsi’s Downfall Forces Islamists to Rethink Strategy
The failure of political Islam in Egypt might have violent repercussions across the Muslim world.
Cutting American Aid for Egypt’s Military Shortsighted
The United States have no reason to make life harder for Egypt’s generals now they’re in control again.
American Army Chief Suggests Egypt Aid Could Be Cut
General Martin Dempsey warns that the Egyptian army’s coup will have “consequences”.
Domestic Interests Color Region’s Reaction to Egypt Coup
Opponents of the Muslim Brotherhood welcome its overthrow in Egypt, even if they’re on opposite sides in Syria’s civil war.
Army Deposes Morsi, Installs Transitional Government
The military names Egypt’s chief justice as interim head of state.
Egypt Crisis Draws America’s Attention to Middle East Once Again
The administration urges Egypt’s president to form a more inclusive government.