Topic: Ayman Nour

Coptic Christians in Egypt battle state's version of deadly protest

Coptic Christians in Egypt, already dealing with a massacre, are now contending with the state-run version of events, which has convinced many Egyptians that Christians were at least partially responsible for the violence.

Syrian protesters face more violence in campaign against Assad

At least 12 protesters were reportedly killed today in demonstrations across Syria, where greater instability could alter the balance of power in the Middle East.

Repression or reform? Deadly protests may force Syria's Assad to choose.

Syria protests are gathering steam, fueled by a cycle of violence, misinformation, and small concessions on the part of the government.

Syria protests escalate, but could revolt really take root?

Syria protests continued for a third day in Deraa with security forces reportedly using tear gas and firing live ammunition to disperse demonstrators. Eyes are now turning to the restive Kurdish population.

Crusades redux: Will Jerusalem soon be surrounded by hostile Islamists?

In 1187, Jerusalem was engulfed by an angry, surging Muslim sea. Today, revolution in the Arab world – particularly in Egypt – is making Israel anxious.

Fissures emerge among Egypt's protest leaders, jeopardizing victory

Just five days after toppling Mubarak, Egypt's protest leaders are split on how to proceed. Some say the military is pursuing a 'divide and conquer' strategy.

Hosni Mubarak will stay but transferring some power to vice president

Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak said tonight that he will not step down. But he says some powers will be transferred to his vice president, Omar Suleiman. Protesters in Cairo are angry that their demands are not being met.

How Syria dodged an Egypt-style 'day of rage'

Outside opposition groups had called for protests in Syria over the weekend. Why did only security forces and hopeful journalists show up?

Cairo protesters distrustful as opposition groups jockey

Cairo protesters are planning a huge rally Tuesday. It is not certain they will rally around Mohammed ElBaradei or opposition groups.

Protests in Egypt: the real reason for Obama's two-handed game

Commentators have castigated the Obama administration for not demanding the resignation of President Hosni Mubarak and the institution of democratic elections. Yet this 'passivity' may not be a function of support for Mubarak’s dictatorship but rather a desire to retain the Egyptian military as a reliable partner throughout rapidly changing political circumstances.

Mohamed ElBaradei joins Egyptians defying curfew to flood Tahrir square

Egyptian opposition figure and former United Nations nuclear chief, Mohamed ElBaradei, joined thousands of Egyptian protesters in Cairo's central Tahrir Square Sunday.

Egyptians flood the streets, defying police and calling for regime change

Many Egyptian protesters came out for the first time, despite fears of violent confrontation as police cracked down hard, to call for the fall of Hosni Mubarak's regime.

Syrian bloggers brace for fresh blow to Middle East press freedom

A Syrian law awaiting parliamentary approval is one of a raft of measures across the region to clamp down on a surge in Internet activity over the past decade.

Syria courts Latin America for oil, trade, and expats

President Bashar al-Assad visits Argentina and Brazil this week on a tour to boost Syria's political and economic standing. Many Syrian expats in the region, which has long attracted those looking for work, have become wealthy.

Israel claims Syria is shipping weapons to Hezbollah

Israel President Shimon Peres said Tuesday that Syria is shipping weapons to Hezbollah in Lebanon. The militant group, a powerful political party in Lebanon, fought Israel to a standstill in a war in southern Lebanon in 2006.

Egyptian reform activists wary of Obama's visit to Cairo

Many see his decision to deliver a major speech in Egypt as a nod of tacit support for the regime's authoritarian rule.

Egyptian dissident speaks out after 'fire-bomb' incident

In his first Western interview since being burned Friday, Ayman Nour says the bizarre attack was politically motivated. But it doesn't fit the usual pattern.

Today's coverage agenda: North Korea, Sonia Sotomayor, gay marriage

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Politics on Facebook brings trouble for young Egyptian

Ahmed Maher says he was arrested and tortured by Egyptian authorities for starting a group on the popular social-networking site that was intended to support a nationwide strike.

Bush contrasts Arab, Israeli paths

In speeches during his Mideast swing, the president lectured Arab regimes but praised Israel.

As Bush leaves Mideast, he gives Arab leaders a to-do list for reform

In Sharm el-Sheik Sunday, the president chided Arab leaders for lagging behind on democratic progress, in sharp contrast to a speech in which he praised Israel.