Egypt’s Economic Turmoil Favors Radical Islamists
A deepening of Egypt’s economic crisis will advantage ultraconservative Islamist parties.
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Islamist Power Struggle Behind Egypt’s Embassy Riots
Radical Islamist groups are forcing the ruling Muslim Brotherhood to pick sides.
Administration Insists Benghazi Attack Not Premeditated
America’s ambassador to the United Nations contradicts Libya’s assessment of the consulate attack.
Egypt’s Morsi Moving Closer to Iran? Not So Fast
Egyptian foreign policy may be changing, but it isn’t suddenly embracing a pariah state.
How Britain Dealt with Political Crisis in Egypt
The present-day turmoil in Egypt is reminiscent of events 130 years ago.
Libya Consulate Attack Could Force Deeper US Engagement
The death of an American diplomat in Libya challenges the viability of limited intervention.
Morsi’s Iran Visit Shows “Independence” from Washington
Egypt is more dependent on the United States than the Islamist group may like to admit.
Egypt’s Generals Play Long Game
The military makes the Muslim Brotherhood vulnerable to its own success.
Egypt’s Morsi Dismisses Defense Minister, Army Chief
Egypt’s Islamist president steps up the pace in rolling back the army’s influence.
North, South Sudan Agree Terms of Oil Transfer Deal
South Sudan accepts a fee for oil exports through the north, but hopes China will pay.
Egypt Carries Out Airstrikes Against Sinai Militants
The Egyptian air force strikes suspected militant targets in the Sinai Peninsula.
Israel Exasperated By Egypt’s Failure to Secure Sinai
Israeli defense minister Ehud Barak urges Egyptians to “take matters into their own hands.”
Why There Won’t Be an African Spring
A “spring” is more a Western anticipation and less an African reality.
In Libyan Election, Tribalism Trumps Islamism
The Muslim Brotherhood failed to make inroads into Libyan politics but the vote was hardly a victory for liberals.
Egypt’s Islamists Defy Army, Economy on the Brink
The Muslim Brotherhood’s popularity could erode if there isn’t economic progress.