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Egypt accused of human rights violations
CAIRO -- Leading Egyptian newspaper editor Ibrahim Eissa waited patiently as his trial got underway on May 19, only to be surprised when the government tacked on an additional charge, distancing his chances of appealing the charges brought against him.
What's going on in Syria?
Syria has been regularly popping up in the news. In fact, recent events point to the importance of that country for the future of the Middle East. Syrias political situation may indeed have an important impact on a few countries: first of course Lebanon, second Iraq, third Israel, and finally Iran.
Something happening in Damascus?
Theres something happening here. What it is aint exactly clear. Theres a man with a gun over there, Telling me I got to beware....
Egypt's media under duress
The Cairo press referred to last September as "Black September." A total of 11 journalists received prison sentences for charges that varied from insulting the ruling National Democratic Party to insulting the president.
Egyptian censure has heavy hand
The Cairo press referred to last September as "Black September." A total of 11 journalists receiving prison sentences for charges that varied from insulting the ruling party National Democratic Party to insulting the president.
Syrian opposition leader says civil disobedience can unseat Assad
Abdel Halim Khaddam, a former Syrian vice-president and a founder of the opposition National Salvation Front (NSF), is counting on civil disobedience to peacefully topple the government in Damascus.
Viewpoint: Syria's broken promises
There have been more and more cases of arrests in Syria, making some people wonder: does the regime benefit from the state of anarchy in neighboring Iraq, the amplified uproar on the Iranian nuclear dossier and Hamas ascent to power to tighten the
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