Topic: Adel Imam
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With conservative Islamists in power, blasphemy cases surge in Egypt
Accusations of blasphemy, a criminal offense under Egypt's new Islamist-backed constitution, have been leveled more frequently against writers, activists, and Christians in recent months.
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After film, push strengthens for blasphemy clause in Egypt's constitution
Last week, anger over an anti-Islam film fueled protests at the US embassy. This week, religious conservatives will seek to prohibit blasphemy in the Egyptian constitution.
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Backchannels Adel Imam, Egypt's favorite funnyman, dodges a bullet
Adel Imam, arguably Egypt and the Arab world's most famous comedic actor, had his conviction for 'insulting Islam' overturned today. But another was upheld earlier this week.
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Backchannels Despite $1.5 billion in US aid, Egypt threatens prosecution of Americans
Egypt said yesterday it will prosecute a large number of people, including 19 Americans, involved in democracy promotion in the country, putting the country's US aid in extreme jeopardy.
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