Released Egyptian journalist denies political deal secured his freedom

In an interview with Al-Monitor, Amr Badr, an Egyptian journalist who was recently released after being detained in May for allegedly inciting protests over the Red Sea islands controversy, voices his opinion on his case and the state of freedoms in the country.

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Egyptian table tennis legend beats all the odds

Ibrahim Hamadtou was told he could never play table tennis, but this year he represented Egypt in the sport at the Paralympic Games.

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How much leverage do Salafists have in Egypt's parliament?

Rumors emerge about the Nour Party’s intentions now that it is being criticized for failing to represent its Salafi constituency.

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Egypt increases prison terms for female genital mutilation

Human rights groups applaud Egypt’s recent crackdown on female genital mutilation as a positive step, but also note political change must be accompanied by significant shifts in cultural and religious attitudes.

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Egypt's former top auditor says his trial is political

In an interview with Al-Monitor, the former head of Egypt’s Accountability State Authority, Hisham Geneina, speaks about his controversial statements on corruption that landed him a jail sentence, calling the judiciary “flawed.”

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Are Egypt's lackluster efforts leaving it isolated?

Egypt seems to be ignoring chances to upgrade its social standing in the world.

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How Sinai women are fueling Egypt's economy with homemade goods

Bedouin women in the Sinai Peninsula defy tribal tradition and help their families by selling handmade crafts.

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Egypt’s foreign minister affirms ‘solid and stable’ relationship with Israel

In an interview with Al-Monitor, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry speaks about US-Egyptian ties, recent tensions with Turkey and Russia, and progress being made on the Renaissance Dam dispute with Ethiopia.

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Egypt takes new approach to tourism

Egypt's long-suffering tourism business might finally be getting some good news: The private sector will take a crack at handling one of the country's ancient sites.

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Egyptians ponder: How much military control is too much?

Some Egyptians fear the military’s involvement in the Supply Ministry will lead to wider military control, while others think it is the solution to corruption.

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Will 1967 Palestinian refugees ever return?

The Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty may have been good for the two parties, but it has also been used to prevent Palestinians displaced in 1967 from returning to their homes.

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How credible are Egypt’s online polls?

Opinion-takers employ both old and new technology to get inside the public’s collective head, but it’s hard to know if the results can be trusted.

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