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MB’s “Freedom and Justice” Papers Soon to Be Submitted

Dr. Ahmed Diab, head of the Muslim Brotherhood political section, said the group will submit the Freedom and Justice's papers to the Judicial Committee to examine the procedural conditions for

Egyptians take to street for historical referendum

Egypt is witnessing a historical moment as thousands vote on constitutional amendments drafted by the 10 man committee chosen by the military following the ousting of Mubarak after the January

When Should Change Come in Egypt?

A political tug-of-war is taking place as the Muslim Brotherhood and the former ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) support the amendments to the constitution that will be decided in a

Al-Shater says MB wants Egypt’s Best Interest Only

Khairat Al-Shater, Deputy Chairman of the Muslim Brotherhood (MB), stressed that the MB wants the best interest of Egypt only and does not seek any interest for its movement.

Egypt: Peering into the Revolution’s Crystal Ball

Comparisons between Egypt’s revolution and others during the past abound and are instructive. They suggest two scenarios for the post-revolutionary period, says Eric Walberg.

Government Proposes Law to Amend current Presidential Election Criteria

Egypt's cabinet has drafted a law which sets 2017 as deadline for minor parties in parliament to field presidential candidates.

When Pro-Western Regimes Fall: What Should the U.S. Do?

One month ago, Tunisia seemed quiet, stable. Quiet and stable is generally what Western governments like to see in the Middle East. But Tunisia may be on the brink of

Israel detains another Palestinian parliamentarian in renewed campaign against Hamas

Israel's occupation forces have raided the home of a member of the Palestinian parliament and former Minister of Finance. Local eyewitnesses say that Israeli soldiers broke into the house of

Mikki: SJC Takes No on Briefs Submitted Concerning Post-Election Abuses

Judge Ahmed Mikki, a member of the Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC), has noted that the Council has not yet examined his complaint about the irregularities and violations that took place

Gamal Mubarak: NDP’s Annual Conference Will not Choose Presidential Nominee

Assistant Secretary General and the Chairman of the Policies Committee at the National Democratic Party, Gamal Mubarak, said that the National Democratic Party’s nominee for the September 2011 presidential election