Does Egypt want Jon Stewart arrested? [VIDEO]

By JewishJournal
Published on April 3, 2013

Egyptian women struggle to fight sexual harassment

Published on February 28, 2013

Despite its calls for democracy, freedom of speech and revolution against traditional Egyptian society, the current anti-government demonstrations have witnessed one negative phenomenon – an increase in harassment of women.

One dead, dozens hurt as police clash with Egypt protesters

Published on February 1, 2013

At least one protester was shot dead and dozens wounded on Friday when riot police clashed with demonstrators demanding the overthrow of Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi, witnesses said.

Egypt prepares for controversial referendum

Published on December 13, 2012

Amr Mohammed, a student, huddled in a tent near the Egyptian Presidential Palace. His finger, which he says was broken in a violent clash with police last week, is still swollen. Several of his friends together with him in the tent sport large bandages.

More demonstrations in Tahrir Square against Morsi power grab

Published on November 28, 2012

Police fired tear gas and beat demonstrators as large-scale protests in Cairo's Tahrir Square continued over Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi's power grab.

November 28, 2012

By Shmuel Rosner
Published on November 28, 2012

Egyptians challenge Morsi in nationwide protests

Published on November 27, 2012

Tens of thousands of Egyptians rallied on Tuesday against President Mohamed Morsi in one of the biggest outpourings of protest since Hosni Mubarak's overthrow, accusing the Islamist leader of seeking to impose a new era of autocracy.

Protests after “Pharaoh” Morsi assumes powers in Egypt

Published on November 23, 2012

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi's decision to assume sweeping powers caused fury amongst his opponents and prompted violent clashes in central Cairo and other cities on Friday.

Vote result delay frays Egyptian nerves

Published on June 21, 2012

Allegations of fraud delayed the result of Egypt's presidential election on Thursday, fraying nerves as the Muslim Brotherhood, which claims victory, called for street protests against moves by the ruling generals to deny them power.

Egyptians rally for power, Mubarak ailing

Published on June 19, 2012

Staking its claim to Egypt's presidency, the Muslim Brotherhood rallied in Cairo on Tuesday to demand the ruling generals hand over real power, following moves by the army that its U.S. ally labeled an assault on democracy.

June 17, 2012

By Shmuel Rosner
Published on June 17, 2012

Military man has Egypt presidency in sights

Published on June 15, 2012

Ahmed Shafik's campaign to succeed Hosni Mubarak as president of Egypt did not include a stopover in Tahrir Square.

Arab Spring fatigue or American fatigue?

By Shmuel Rosner
Published on March 14, 2012

Military rulers spread fear throughout Egyptian media

Published on February 15, 2012

The ousting of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak one year ago was supposed to be the harbinger of an era of democracy, freedom, justice and, ultimately, freedom of press. But only a few days removed from the anniversary of Mubarak’s “departure,” journalists – foreign media and locals alike – are facing the heavy hand of the Egypt’s governing military council as they seek, day-by-day, to do their jobs.

Egyptians gather in Tahrir Square to mark uprising

Published on January 25, 2012

Thousands of Egyptians gathered in Tahrir Square in Cairo to mark the first anniversary of the uprising that led to the ousting of President Hosni Mubarak.

Egypt awaits poll results, Tahrir protest starts

Published on December 2, 2011

Egypt will hear the results of elections which Islamist parties expect to win on Friday and protesters rallied in Cairo to remember 42 people killed in clashes with police last month.

Three U.S. students held in Egypt over protests

Published on November 22, 2011

Three U.S. students were paraded on Egyptian television on Tuesday after being accused of throwing petrol bombs at police during protests near Cairo's Tahrir Square where demonstrators have been demanding an end to military rule.

Egypt army head says military does not want power

Published on November 22, 2011

Egypt's army would quit power immediately if the people voted for it in a referendum and a presidential election will be held by mid-2012, the head of the ruling military council said on Tuesday.

Mobilizing the Veto in Egypt

Published on November 21, 2011

The vehemence of the Egyptian people’s response to the recent machinations of the military council caught a lot of people by surprise. Egyptians continue to show that they will march to the barricades when they smell a rat in the actions of their leadership.

Egyptian police battle protesters, 33 dead

Published on November 21, 2011

Cairo police fought protesters demanding an end to army rule for a third day on Monday and morgue officials said the death toll had risen to 33, with many victims shot in the worst violence since the uprising that toppled President Hosni Mubarak.

US urges that Egypt’s elections go forward

Published on November 21, 2011

The United States urged Egypt to go ahead with elections despite an upsurge in violence on Monday and urged restraint on all sides.

Tahrir Square: A revolution in progress

Published on August 9, 2011

We could feel the energy as soon as we stepped out into the open air from the Cairo Metro subway. A low roar of human voices mixed with music and occasional shouting floated over the throngs gathered in the 100-degree dusty summer heat. Since July 8, protesters had returned to Tahrir Square, calling on the military council to respond more quickly and fully to the original demands of the revolution.

Courage in Cairo: Reflecting on Jewish martyrs and heroes

Published on February 15, 2011

Putting politics and Israel aside, the most impressive part of the events in Cairo was the fearlessness and courage of the protesting Egyptians. We asked Rabbi Jill Jacobs to offer perspective on placing life in harm’s way. What should we be prepared to die for?Tell us what you think at con- nect@jinsider.com.

Mubarak to address Egyptian nation [VIDEO]

Published on February 10, 2011

Despite reports that President Hosni Mubarak will announce Thursday night that he is yielding power to the nation's military, an information minister denied on state television Thursday evening that the embattled leader is stepping down.

Report: Mubarak to step down from Egypt government within hours

Published on February 10, 2011

Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak will reportedly step down from Egypt's government on Thursday evening, according to sources cited by NBC News.

Live video stream, updates of Egypt protests

By JewishJournal.com
Published on February 4, 2011

Live video of what is being called the 'Day of Departure' in Egpyt