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Protests at Alexandria plant turn violent

“One person died yesterday.  Approximately 12 to 14 were injured” during protests…

Connor Molloy

Firearms, explosives and lions discovered in raid

The ministry of interior arrests "the king of thugs"

Basil El-Dabh

All broken up: new coalitions form as old electoral alliances die out

The race for parliamentary seats has started early

Ahmed Aboulenein

More Syrian refugees registered with UNHCR

Amid Brahimi’s worry, more Syrians flee the conflict-torn country

Rana Muhammad Taha

The “Be a Man” campaign is launched in the metro

“The female carriage is for women only” posters were plastered everywhere in…

Hend Kortam

The militant offensive; guerilla tactics prolific as army shuts down tunnels

As security forces continue their crackdown on militants, four arrested near the…

Luiz Sanchez

Mali Islamists; Algeria will pay for refusal

Mali Islamists threaten to exact retribution on Algeria after hostage swap deal…

Luiz Sanchez

Tunisian President affirms women’s rights, criticises coalition partner

Marzouki slams Ennahda, affirms his commitment to women's rights

Hend Kortam

The low turn-out on August 24: expected?

Was the low turn-out of August 24 protests expected?

Rana Muhammad Taha