Issue No. 1077
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22 - 28 December 2011 Issue No. 1077 Front Page |
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Egypt on the edge
A week of bloody clashes has cast a shadow over Egypt's transition towards democracy, writes Gamal Essam El-Din Islamists consolidate their lead
The second stage of parliamentary elections looks set to replicate the results of the first, reports Gamal Essam El-Din Religious parties on PR backfoot
Islamist forces are struggling to show the public that elections are not their only concern, writes Amani Maged 'Never too late'
The revolutionary slogan about the army and people being one hand has never rung so hollow, writes Amirah Ibrahim A revolutionary Sheikh
When a live bullet killed senior Al-Azhar scholar Emad Effat during protests on Friday a new revolutionary icon was born, writes Amira Howeidy Again and again
SCAF, as well as other political forces, see a repeated pattern in ongoing clashes between protesters and security forces but sharply differ over who the culprits are, reports Khaled Dawoud Withholding counsel
Two weeks after being appointed by SCAF the advisory council is on the verge of collapse, reports Mohamed Abdel-Baky All the conspirators
Commentators say that by simply repeating the army's version of events leading to this week's violent clashes in Qasr Al-Aini the government is undermining its credibility, writes Reem Leila Maurice Guindi: Ink in the veins
Maurice Guindi did not need much coaxing when he was asked to come out of retirement to join Al-Ahram Weekly... Sealing wages
As the government prepares to implement a maximum wage starting next month, experts remain unclear on the mechanism of its implementation, writes Niveen Wahish Hand in hand
A campaign calling upon Egyptians to buy "Made in Egypt" products for a single day succeeds in attracting supporters for the long term, Nesma Nowar reports Last chance for Syria?
After weeks of prevarication and delay, the Syrian government has agreed to Arab monitors verifying the Arab peace initiative, writes Bassel Oudat in Damascus Turning the screw
Russia's was the final twist that compelled Bashar Al-Assad to sign the Arab League peace plan, writes Graham Usher at the United Nations A joyless Christmas in Damascus
Syria's Christians have cancelled Christmas celebrations this year, only marking the occasion with services for the victims of the security crackdown in the country Through force alone
With the second phase of the prisoner swap deal concluded, many Palestinians believe it is only by force that they can exact concessions from Israel, writes Saleh Al-Naami Settlers run rampage in West Bank
Burning mosques, burning vehicles, settlers appear to have a blank cheque to harass and aggress Palestinians, writes Khaled Amayreh in occupied Jerusalem Moving forward despite difficulties
The Yemeni unity government is expected to submit its programme to parliament next week, writes Nasser Arrabyee Tunisia's revolution, one year on
Tunisian fruit-seller Mohamed Bouazizi burned himself to death one year ago in a catalytic event that gave rise to the Arab revolutions, writes Lassaad Ben Ahmed from Tunis Iraq's future begins
With the last American combat troops on their way home from Iraq, the world is turning its attention to the country's uncertain future, writes Salah Nasrawi Embellishing the Iraq war
Obama et al dress up the US departure from Iraq with talk of a moral victory, relying on selective body counts, argues Ramzy Baroud Korean conniptions
Gamal Nkrumah probes perils of Pyongyang's political permafrost in the wake of Dear Leader's demise and prospects of his Great Successor and precarious peace in Northeast Asia The honourable citizen manifesto
Fragrant beards, valiant soldiers: Youssef Rakha presents a very common viewpoint An isolated Christmas
Ati Metwaly will have her carols no matter what Yes we can fly
Rania Khallaf enjoys another photography exhibition that reflects the spirit of new Egypt Courtesan queen
Cleopatra: A Life, by Stacy Schiff. Virgin Books (2010) London Screen kids
With the news in Egypt causing almost everyone to be glued to the TV, how much viewing should children be allowed, asks Gihan Shahine Winner beforehand
There is still a day to go but Egypt will finish ahead of the rest in the Arab Games, reports Ghada Abdel-Kader |
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THOUSANDS of women marched in Tahrir Square and through downtown Cairo Tuesday evening to protest against the military's violence against women over the past week. The massive demonstration comprised women from all walks of life but was protected by a human shield of men. For several hours protesters chanted slogans against the ruling Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF), shouting "down with the military" and "Egyptian women are a red line"...  History in ashes
By Nevine El-Aref
 The other Google search
By Nader Habib
Time for a national security council?
Since 1952, Egyptian foreign policy has been in the hands of lone individuals. This can no longer be the case, writes El-Sayed Amin Shalabi Civilian-military negotiations inevitable
Neither side in the current clash between the military and protesters in Egypt has the capacities to vanquish the other, so a negotiated outcome is the only way forward, writes Khalil El-Anani Revolution, elections, and 'hawawshi'
Amid the feverish atmosphere of a country in transition, absurd conspiracy theories can easily abound, writes Abdel-Moneim Said The Arab Spring effect
While differences exist between Arab countries in terms of popular priorities, all have been affected by the Arab Spring, writes James Zogby Salama A Salama: Casting the vote |
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