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Jan 28, 2014

Egypt’s Descent in Media Freedoms: How Far Can it Go?

By Miriam Berger

The terms “banned” and “terrorist” are once again affixed to mention of the Muslim Brotherhood in nearly all Egyptian media. State and private media alike tout the military-backed government’s lines. Newspapers and talk shows on TV, Egypt’s most popular medium, extol the military for reclaiming the revolution and sinisterly warn against traitors who dissent. All […]

North Africa

MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

January 25, 2014: A Recap

By Sarah Saleeb

In Egypt, tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets nationwide on Saturday to celebrate the anniversary of the January 25 Revolution. Many in Tahrir Square came out in support of the military, calling upon General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to run for president. Despite heightened security in the square, the atmosphere was largely marked […]

North Africa

MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

Syria: The Shadow of Iraq

By Frederic C. Hof

It is very difficult to imagine a scenario in which our involvement in Syria would have led to a better outcome, short of us being willing to undertake an effort in size and scope similar to what we did in Iraq. –President Barack Obama as quoted by David Remnick in “Going the Distance: On and […]

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MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

Despite Turbulence, Hopeful Progress in Tunisia and Yemen

By Stefanie Hausheer and Lara Talverdian

With much attention focused on the increasing violence and repression in Egypt, the notable milestones achieved in Tunisia and Yemen over the weekend should be celebrated for what they are: tangible steps towards a peaceful transition to democracy.

North Africa Yemen

MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

Top News: Tunisia Ratifies New Constitution

By MENASource

 The National Constituent Assembly (NCA) ratified the new constitution on Sunday. A vast majority of the NCA voted in favor of the constitution, with 200 voting in favor, twelve against, and four absent.

MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

Top News: Egypt’s SCAF Authorizes Newly Promoted Field Marshal Sisi’s Presidential Bid

By EgyptSource

Egypt’s Supreme Council of the Armed Forces (SCAF) empowered army chief Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi to run for president, according to reports from state-run MENA. The sources speaking to MENA also said that Sisi will announce his decision in the next few hours over whether or not he will enter the upcoming presidential elections as a civilian […]

MENASource

Jan 27, 2014

EconSource Headlines- January 27, 2014

By EconSource

Follow the latest in economic news and developments about the Arab transition countries. 

MENASource

Jan 26, 2014

Statement on the Conclusion of the National Dialogue in Yemen

By MENASource

The Yemen Policy Initiative congratulates the Yemeni people on the formal conclusion of its National Dialogue Conference, a vital step in Yemen’s transition process and a remarkable achievement unique among the Arab awakening countries.

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MENASource

Jan 25, 2014

The Egyptian Uprising: A Timeline

By EgyptSource

Since its founding, the Rafik Hariri Center for the Middle East has closely followed Egypt’s transition as it faces social, political, and economic challenges. In an effort to help map the twists and turns, the Center has produced a detailed timeline navigating momentous and jarring changes to the fabric of Egyptian society, beginning with the first […]

North Africa

MENASource

Jan 25, 2014

Egypt’s Uprising: The Impact of Three Years on an Archaelogist

By Mohamed Abdelfattah

Three years after a popular uprising ousted Hosni Mubarak, as Egypt witnesses a volatile transitional period, EgyptSource looks at how these events have affected individual Egyptians.

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