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Six reasons this UN General Assembly is must-see TV

World leaders descend on New York for the annual United Nations gathering, starting Sept. 25. If the recent past is any guide, it can be a memorable, even explosive, occasion. Here are six moments to watch for, to brace for, this time.
Egypt's constitution: How 5 stakeholders would shape the document

Here’s what key stakeholders want Egypt’s new constitution to look like.
Who is Hamas? 5 questions about the Palestinian militant group.

The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to form a unity government led by Mahmoud Abbas, president of the Palestinian Authority and head of rival Palestinian faction Fatah. But who is Hamas? What is their relationship with Fatah, and what might Hamas gain from reconciling with them? Here are five key questions about Hamas.
Egyptian revolution anniversary: 4 activists explain the work left

On the anniversary of the Egyptian uprising that swept former President Hosni Mubarak from power, many of those who protested are not celebrating. Four activists tell the Monitor why.
Who's who in Iraq after the US exit?

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Free speech vs. reverence for Muhammad: Can they coexist?

The violence in Egypt, Libya, and Yemen show the results of American ideals clashing with those of nascent Arab democracies. Caught in between are American Muslims.
Post-embassy attack, Egyptian President Morsi's silence deafening (+video)

President Mohamed Morsi, who still faces enormous skepticism as Egypt's first Islamist president, squandered an opportunity to reassure the international community that Egypt is stable.
The Coptic Christian in California behind the anti-Islamic film

Nakoula Basseley Nakoula, a Coptic Christian, says that he helped with logistics for the film "Innocence of Muslims," which mocked Muslims. He denied directing the film. But there's evidence to suggest the filmmaker, Sam Bacile is an alias, which is strikingly similar to Nakoula's middle name.
Ambassador Chris Stevens killed in Libya: Is Arab Spring turning against US?

The flareup of violence in which Ambassador Chris Stevens was killed in Libya shows how the Arab Spring has unleashed forces that are vehemently opposed to America and its ideals.
Backchannels Behind the anti-Muhammad movie – a new pastor Terry Jones?

There is no online profile for 'Sam Bacile,' who has told reporters he's an Israeli who wrote and produced the movie that sparked protests in Libya and Egypt. But there is information about one of his collaborators, Steve Klein, who has ties to evangelical militia groups.
Backchannels US Ambassador murdered as extremists on all sides win, again

The murder of the US Ambassador to Libya yesterday and a raucous protest in Cairo, all over a movie deemed offensive, recall the widespread violence during the Danish cartoon controversy.
Killing of US envoy to Libya underscores threat of unchecked religious fanaticism (+video)

US Ambassador to Libya J. Christopher Stevens was killed when Islamists attacked the Benghazi consulate in reaction to a video produced in the US that insulted the prophet Muhammad.
The Monitor's View: Hard lessons in liberty for the Middle East

With pro-democracy struggles in trouble in Iran and in the Arab Spring, opposition figures now realize that unity against tyranny is easier than unity in favor of democracy. Many see the need for a change.
Backchannels Iraq's exiled vice president sentenced to death as violence grows

In an interview before he was sentenced to death in absentia, Iraqi Vice President Tariq al-Hashemi warned Iraq is on a slippery slope to more violence.
The Monitor's View: Egypt's call for 'ethical duty' in Syria

The Middle East is truly a new place when an elected Muslim leader of Egypt speaks out in Iran on the need for the world to help free Syria. Such moral stands can have real results.
Egypt President Morsi's harsh words for 'oppressive' Syria regime

The rallying call by Mohammed Morsi showed the huge divide between Iran's stalwart support of Assad and the growing network of regional powers pushing for his downfall.
Egypt continues pursuit of Sinai militants

With their statement, the Egyptian military is trying to counter a Salafi Muslim claim that the Sinai offensive was called off.
Egypt opposition take to the street, clash with president's supporters

Compared to months of turmoil Egypt's streets have seen, the demonstrations were quieter and the number of protesters smaller. Demonstraters accuse president Mursi of seeking to monopolize power.
Opinion: Why Israel shrugs at retaliation after attack on Iran

The threat of a simultaneous war with Iran's proxies – Hezbollah, Syria, and Gaza militants – is a key consideration for Israel as it weighs an attack on Iran. But Iran’s allies may not be as keen about going to war for the ayatollahs as Tehran would like, and the Israelis know it.
The Monitor's View: Egypt's Morsi puts military on right side of history

The elected president, Mohamed Morsi, purged the top brass that had constrained his authority. With civilian rule asserted, Morsi's own Muslim Brotherhood must now also bend to popular will and not use the state to hold onto power.
Backchannels What exactly has Egyptian President Morsi done? (+video)

A timeline of recent moves by Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi.
Focus What's it mean that an Islamist rules Egypt?

Egypt's President Morsi moved to consolidate his power this weekend. Here's what Morsi and the new Islamist politicians in Tunisia and Libya want to do.
Briefing What is an Islamist?

Islamists seek to blend Islam and politics, but their movement is a very big tent.
Backchannels Egypt's Morsi cleans house. But a coup? Hardly

The new heads of Egypt's military branches come from within the system, and the outgoing old guard retains both influence and great wealth.
Backchannels Egypt's President Morsi fires senior general Tantawi, asserting his power

Egyptian President Morsi didn't just fire Tantawi today. He overturned a constitutional declaration from Tantawi's military council that sought to tie the hands of the civilian president.
Libya celebrates first peaceful transition of power

Libya's interim post-Qaddafi leadership handed over power to the newly elected national assembly yesterday. Security promises to be an immediate, ongoing challenge.
Terrorism & Security Iran convenes conference on Syria, vowing to preserve the 'axis of resistance'

Iran, largely isolated from the West and a steadfast ally of Syria's President Assad, has a lot to lose if the regime in Damascus falls.
Opinion: Wisconsin shooting and its violent echo around the world

It is feeling pretty rough out there: the Wisconsin and Colorado massacres, a civil war in Syria, killings in the Sinai. These violent events call leaders and individuals to acts of moral courage, and to remember what we have in common with each other.
Backchannels With 16 Egyptian soldiers murdered, Sinai is front and center for President Morsi

The murder of 16 Egyptian soldiers in the Sinai peninsula highlights long-simmering problems there. And now it's up to Mohamed Morsi and Egypt's politically powerful military to deal with it.
Sinai attack seals up Gaza to outside world (+video)

In the wake of yesterday's attack on Egyptian guards in the Sinai, Gaza's border crossings with Israel and Egypt, as well as smuggling tunnels, have been shut down.