Violent clashes highlight growing perception that the Mubarak regime remains, operating in Cairo’s shadows.
GP Writing
Egypt’s army disperses new demonstration
Tens of thousands of Egyptian protesters gathered in Tahrir Square to call for greater political reform just two weeks after the resignation of President Hosni Mubarak.
Fleeing chaos on Libya’s eastern frontier
The instability in Libya’s eastern region, said Egyptians coming across the border, came after the withdrawal of the nation’s police forces.
Tunisia: Toppling Ben Ali just the beginning
Former political prisoners still bear scars of the old regime
Egypt: Now Police Demonstrate
Cairo policemen march to demand higher wages and more respect.
Mubarak Quits, Egypt Plans Future
Amid celebrations, Egyptians call on army to help build a new democracy.
Mubarak resigns
Amid celebrations, Egyptians call on army to help build a new democracy.
Egypt protesters celebrate Mubarak’s resignation
Military sides with protesters as Mubarak steps down.
Outside Tahrir, Longing for Normalcy
Story published February 9, 2011 by Global Post: CAIRO, Egypt – Diaa el Fishawy puffs furiously on his shisha pipe, blowing thick curls of honey-scented smoke throughout the empty room. It’s early in the afternoon, but he’s already on his fifth bowl of the day. El Fishawy’s namesake coffee shop, nestled in a narrow open-air alley … Read More
Egypt locked in standoff
Anti-government protesters demand Mubarak’s immediate departure, but he refuses to go.
Opposing Protesters Clash in the Streets of Cairo
Armed Mubarak supporters clash with protesters as Egypt army calls for end to demonstrations.
Protesters clash in Cairo’s central square
Army calls for end to protests as violence erupts.