Tom Perry
Thursday, March 27, 2014 - 06:01
"True, today is my last day in military uniform, but I will continue to fight every day for an Egypt free of fear and terrorism," said Sisi, 59, who had to resign his posts of army chief and minister of defence so he could run in the election.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 - 12:25
Egypt's prime minister-designate said on Tuesday his government would work to "crush terrorism" and that he hoped to form his new cabinet quickly.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014 - 08:47
Secular activists arrested last month on the third anniversary of the revolt against Egyptian autocrat Hosni Mubarak say they have been tortured, some with electric shocks, relatives and lawyers who have seen them said.
Tuesday, February 11, 2014 - 07:24
But because of its look of permanence, the imposing metal gate across Kasr el-Eini is especially offensive to democracy advocates in the Arab world's largest country.
Monday, February 10, 2014 - 08:58
A moderate Islamist who came fourth in Egypt's 2012 presidential election won by the Muslim Brotherhood's Mohamed Mursi, accused the army-backed authorities on Sunday of creating a "republic of fear".
Monday, February 10, 2014 - 08:45
The statement was quoted by a website used by militant groups and by SITE Intelligence group, which monitors such sites.
Monday, January 13, 2014 - 09:19
Sisi appeared on state TV again on Sunday, addressing members of the security forces set to provide security for the vote. The Interior Ministry will deploy 220,000 policemen and 500 combat units, state TV reported. Troops will also be used.
Monday, September 9, 2013 - 07:10
Egypt's public prosecutor is looking into legal complaints against a group of prominent democracy and rights activists, a judicial source at the prosecutor's office said on Saturday, adding to fears of a widening crackdown on dissent.
Friday, September 6, 2013 - 07:58
While short of a formal ban, the move underlined the government’s determination to crush the Brotherhood.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013 - 12:11
Egypt's army-backed government unveiled a constituent assembly on Sunday almost devoid of Islamists.