Groups welcome Alexandria protesters’ release
The 14 adult defendants were handed 11-year prison sentences, while seven minors…
Amnesty calls for release of remaining Shura Council, Abdeen protest detainees
Protest in front of Shura Council was “entirely peaceful”, says human rights…
Prosecutor orders Ahmed Maher’s release, renews Alaa Abdel Fattah’s detention
Well-known activist to be held an additional 15 days pending investigation
Courts fines Ahmed Douma for insults against Morsi
On 3 June a New Cairo court sentenced Douma to six months…
Alaa Abdel Fattah arrest prompts outcry from human rights groups
The prominent activist risks being tortured in police custody, says Amnesty International
In Pictures: Brotherhood student supporters continue protesting
On Sunday several hundred student protesters gathered in front of the Faculty…
Dozens of detained refugees begin hunger strike
Over 50 Syrian and Palestinian refugees are protesting unlawful detention in poor…
Russia prepared to invest in Egyptian nuclear energy: Lavrov
Russia’s foreign minister reiterates his country’s willingness to finance development
