Washington and Damascus: a new strategic alignment?
In his January 20 inauguration speech and in subsequent statements, US President Barack Obama has called for establishing new relations with the Muslim world based on common interests and mutual…
Farmers say eviction verdict 'forged'
CAIRO: Farmers from the village of Behout in the Delta province of Daqahleya, under threat of eviction, have alleged that a court verdict was forged by individuals who are claiming…
Recession hits Egypt's modest spare parts market
CAIRO: Thousands of pounds are being lost daily at El-Herafeyeen, a spare parts market in northern Cairo. Several shops have shut their doors and the rest are struggling to weather…
Egypt has demanded Mamdouh Ismail's extradition, say reports
CAIRO: While local press reports claim that Egypt has filed an official extradition order for businessman Mamdouh Ismail, the British ambassador repeatedly denied that this is true. In the notorious…
Education admins accuse government of ignoring their rights
CAIRO: In protest at the education ministry's failure to deliver a 50 percent pay increase, the syndicate for education sector administrators issued a statement criticizing the government for overlooking the…
Political parties reluctant to join April 6 strike
CAIRO: Though the Muslim Brotherhood (MB) still has not answered calls for a general strike on April 6, MB deputy leader Mohamed Habib said the group's participation could weigh heavily…
Prosecutor General orders examination of antique paintings
CAIRO: Prosecutor General Abdel Meguid Mahmoud ordered the examination of nine antique paintings that were mysteriously stolen from the Mohamed Ali Palace in Shubra on March 10. The paintings were…