Footage of the ‘Friday of Rage’ in Cairo, Egypt. Originally aired on January 28, 2011 on Global Post.
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Egypt: Anti-Government Protests have Deep Roots
Security out in force after calls for 2nd day of protests against Hosni Mubarak.
How Tunisia’s Uprising Inspired a Region
Throughout the streets of Tunisia’s capital, thousands are now reveling in what was once impossible – the ability to speak openly without the streat of jail. Originally published by Global Post on January 25, 2011.
Tunisians bask in new freedoms
Tunisians continue to take to the streets, pushing for the prime minister to step down.
After Tunisia, the start of an Arab awakening?
Following Tunisia’s example, unrest spreads throughout the Arab world.
Tunisia revolt: Will it spread?
Tunisia president flees, other North African leaders are worried.
Hospital Attacked After Shooting of Copts in Minya
Doctors, staff, and eyewitnesses at the Good Shepherd Hospital in Samalout say security forces shot tear gas inside the hospital when clashes erupted between Christians and police following a shooting of several Copts this week. Story originally published by Daily News Egypt on January 13, 2011.
Fears of unrest in Egypt in wake of church bombing
Many Christians blame their government before terrorists for recent church bombing.
Tensions high after Egypt church bombing
Tensions high in Egypt after 21 killed in bombing of Christians at a New Year’s Eve mass.
Cosmopolitan Cairo
Old is new again in the ancient Egyptian city of Cairo. Jon Jensen navigates the streets of the ever-evolving metropolis, which is embracing the trappings of the modern world even as it seeks to preserve its past.
Bomb hits Alexandria church, 21 dead
A bomb blast outside the All Saints Church in Alexandria killed 21 people today. Egypt’s government said the explosion was the result of a suicide bomb attack. Story originally published by Daily News Egypt on January 1, 2010.
Weekend Away: Cairo
Ancient and modern worlds converge in Cairo, the largest city in both Africa and the Middle East. Experience old-world charm and cosmopolitan chic along the banks of the Nile River.