Tag Archives: Morsi

Egypt’s Dreaded War Anniversary

Posted on October 7, 2013 by nervana111

In fractured nations, anniversaries and national days become dreaded occasions that ignite deep concerns, rather than joyful celebrations. The 40th anniversary of the 1973-Yum Kippur War is just one example. This year’s celebration is associated with the most divisive and … Continue reading →

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Egyptian Aak. Week40

Posted on October 7, 2013 by nervana111

 Main headlines  Monday Egypt army chief El-Sisi pushed towards presidential run http://t.co/HMFb9eDMIb Gunmen kill 3 policemen in northern Sinai International Brotherhood establishes new organization to enable Islamists to power 146 protests and 10 student arrests in universities and schools Canadian Prime … Continue reading →

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Egyptian Aak. Week 39

Posted on September 29, 2013 by nervana111

Main Headlines  Monday Egypt’s urgent matters court bans activities of the Muslim Brotherhood Muslim Brotherhood figure says group will appeal dissolution verdict Brotherhood’s el-Erian calls for Egypt’s students to work against ‘fascist’ coup Brotherhood’s Salah Sultan detained at airport Civilians … Continue reading →

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A Different Approach to Egypt’s future.

Posted on September 23, 2013 by nervana111

The sense among many activists and observers of Egypt is resignation and pessimism. Many fear that Egypt is on the wrong track, heading away from democracy, and back to an era of autocracy and a police state. This feeling is … Continue reading →

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Week 37- A Few Thoughts. The Brotherhood’s New strategy

Posted on September 15, 2013 by nervana111

 A month has passed since the forced ending of the pro-Morsi sit-ins in Cairo. The widespread security crackdown and the arrest of the Brotherhood’s most senior cadres have had a huge impact in paralyzing the main skeleton of the group and has … Continue reading →

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Egyptian Aak. Week 37

Posted on September 15, 2013 by nervana111

Main Headlines Monday Egyptian foreign ministry demands France and EU to denounce terrorism in Egypt Constitution panel sets a 75% vote to approve articles Qatar agrees to convert $2 bn into Egypt bonds: reports Shafiq says won’t run for presidency … Continue reading →

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Egyptian Aak-Week36. Egypt between The Literalists and The Opportunists

Posted on September 8, 2013 by nervana111

Main Headlines: Monday Judicial advisory body recommends dissolution of Egypt’s Brotherhood Egyptian authorties charges Morsi with inciting murder Islamists plan rallies on Tuesday marking two months since the overthrow of Morsi Sisi meets with UAE Crown Prince Giza police station … Continue reading →

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Egypt Debates US Strike on Syria

Posted on September 5, 2013 by nervana111

I wrote this piece for Al-Monitor As the debate rages in the United States and other Western nations about a possible strike against the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, a parallel debate is taking place in Egypt. Officially, the interim … Continue reading →

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Egyptian Aak- Week 35

Posted on September 1, 2013 by nervana111

Main Headlines  Monday Brotherhood’s El-Shater given fresh incitement charge Egypt’s presidency to hold talks with Salafi Nour party Al-Nour party to participate in amending constitution Tamarod likely to form political party Egyptian Foreign Ministry slams Turkish PM’s criticism of Al-Azhar’s … Continue reading →

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Week 34. A Few Thoughts

Posted on August 25, 2013 by nervana111

This piece was initially published in the premium edition of The Globe and Mail October 6, 1981_____ the distance between my home and the bakery was no more than a few hundred meters, yet it felt like an endless journey. … Continue reading →

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