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Did the “Deep State” Sabotage Morsi?

Max Read · 07/11/13 07:28AM

It's been a week since Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi was removed from power by the military, and something odd has happened: There aren't any lines for gas, and electric power is consistently on.

Egyptian Videographer Captures His Own Death Amid Massacre

Cord Jefferson · 07/09/13 08:36PM

Ahmed Samir Assem was one of the 51 people killed on Monday when Egyptian soldiers began firing on a crowd gathered outside a Republican Guard building. But unlike the other victims, many of whom were supporters of deposed President Mohamed Morsi, Assem was a photographer for Egypt's Al-Horia Wa Al-Adala newspaper. Now there are reports he captured the last moments of his life while doing his job.

Scores Dead in Egypt after Army Opens Fire on Protestors

Max Read · 07/08/13 07:23AM

Late-night violence at the site of a sit-in held by supporters of ousted Egyptian president Mohamed Morsi left at least 42 dead—nearly all protesters—and over 300 wounded, and led the right-wing Salafist party Al Nour to suspend its participation in the army's "roadmap" for transition.

Egypt Is Hours Away from an Army Coup

Max Read · 07/03/13 07:00AM

Sisi's coming. There are fewer than two hours left until the Egyptian military's 2:30 GMT deadline for government takeover is reached, and President Mohamed Morsi says he is willing to pay any price for "preserving legitimacy"—even his life.

Egyptian President Refuses to Resign Amid Protests, Military Threats

Cord Jefferson · 07/02/13 08:12PM

In a nearly three-hour address run on state television this evening, Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi responded to millions of protesters in his country who are demanding he resign. Morsi, who was elected one year ago last Sunday, said unequivocally that he will not step down.

Cord Jefferson · 07/02/13 04:53PM

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is currently addressing his nation on live television as mass protests continue to grip Cairo and beyond. His main, desperate message: "I was elected in fair, transparent elections." You can watch live at Al Jazeera.