Power Sharing Agreement Looms in Egypt
The Muslim Brotherhood will likely ally with the liberals while the army continues to set foreign policy.
Egypt
Egypt’s Generals Shun Democracy Again
The military council ruling Egypt moves to appoint its own members to a committee that will rewrite the nation’s constitution.
After Revolution, Egypt Falls Back on Tradition
Islamist parties claim victory in the first free elections since Hosni Mubarak’s resignation.
Egypt Appoints Prime Minister Before Election
The military council ruling Egypt appoints a new prime minister days before parliamentary elections.
Egyptians Take to Streets, Demand End to Military Rule
Protesters call for free elections.
Egypt-Israel Relations Cool But Will Endure
Despite mounting tension, a resumption of hostilities between Egypt and Israel is unlikely.
Egypt Invades Itself: Unrest in Sinai
The Egyptian army sends troops into Sinai after an outbreak of religious unrest.
The Egyptian Army, No Friend of the People
Christopher Haynes argues that the military’s actions in recent days prove that it’s not on the side of the revolution.
Egypt Lifts the Gaza Siege
Egypt’s military leaders open up the Gaza border, providing relief to millions of trapped Palestinians.
Revolution Leaves Egypt’s Economy in Shambles
Change may have come to Egypt, but its short-term economic prospects have worsened in the process.
Obama: Trade Key to Middle East Engagement
The American president urges economic support and reform to consolidate the revolutions in Egypt and Tunisia.
Moussa Proposes to Revise Israel Policy
The Egyptian presidential candidate said to favor a foreign policy that reflects the “consensus of the people.”
Why Concessions Hasten a Regime’s Demise
Bashir Assad promises reforms but like Mubarak before him, he may only embolden his opponents.
Egyptians Smile at Mubarak’s Arrest
The detention of the Mubarak family is not only a legal move but a political act of the military’s.
Egyptian Democracy Activists Growing Impatient
Mubarak may be gone but Egyptian protesters are complaining that the same tactics are used against them.