Egypt’s doctors take on army over HIV ‘cure’ controversy

The controversy caused in Egypt by a new device to treat hepatitis C and HIV continues, with disciplinary action being recommended by the Medical Syndicate against four doctors involved in the case.

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How Egypt's Brotherhood helped counter Turkey's coup attempt

Putting aside internal differences, Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood united behind the Turkish government to thwart a coup attempt July 15, but questions remain about how important the group's support is for the Turkish president.

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New ad campaign seeks to empower Egyptian women

A campaign by the National Council for Women hopes to achieve a fundamental change in Egyptian society.

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How this youth group plans to put Upper Egypt on cultural map

In hopes of shining a spotlight on Egyptian culture, a group of Egyptian artists has started a new center for children to provide cultural programs and activities unfamiliar to Upper Egypt.

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Why Egypt is suddenly so interested in Israel-Palestine conflict

Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry's recent visit to Israel has sparked controversy and raised questions as to why Egypt is trying to resolve the Palestinian cause while drawing closer to Israel.

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Egypt's new plan: 1 weekly sermon for over 80 million Muslims

After Egypt launched a campaign to unify Friday sermons in mosques across the country, some have questioned the state's real motives behind the move.

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Egypt to focus on cooperation with Italy

After months of a quid-pro-quo attitude between Egypt and Italy, Egypt's legislators have decided to use a carrot instead of a stick to resolve ill will over the slaying of Italian student Giulio Regeni.

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Some Egyptians wary of normalizing relations with Israel

Egyptian leaders say they are playing an important role in reviving the Palestinian issue by mediating with Israel, but some sources say Egyptians might actually be losing their sympathy for Palestinians and don't want to normalize relations with Israel.

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Will Egypt impose taxes on Facebook ads?

Egypt's parliament is considering a bill to levy taxes on social media ads, with some questioning if such a measure could even be applied.

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What Bibi's Africa visit means for Egypt-Ethiopia dam dispute

As Israel increases its influence with African countries, Egyptians are wondering what impact that could have on them, the Renaissance Dam negotiations and the Palestinian solution.

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How these Egyptian women want to break the taboo over divorce

As divorce rates soar in Egypt, a women's magazine is setting up a program in support of Egyptian divorcees, offering them vocational training, counseling and a community of shared experiences.

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Sinai tribal leader says military curfew harms residents, helps terrorists

Sheikh Naeem Gabr, the general coordinator for the Tribes of North Sinai Coalition, speaks to Al-Monitor about the impact the protracted battle between the army and extremist groups has had on Sinai residents.

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