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
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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.
Mubarak Will Not Stand in September Elections
Mubarak says he will not stand in September elections after as Egyptians flood Tahrir Square.
Egyptians Gather for “March of a Million”
Army says it won’t fire on peaceful protesters.
Mubarak Picks New Cabinet as Protests Continue
Opposition calls for million man march as government tries to reassert authority.
ElBaradei joins protesters in Tahrir Square
ElBaradei joins protesters in Tahrir Square.
Protests Rage, Mubarak Names a New Vice President
As protests continue unabated, Mubarak takes step to set up successor.
Egypt: Anti-Government Protests have Deep Roots
Security out in force after calls for 2nd day of protests against Hosni Mubarak.
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.