G20 summit on world economy
European members were under extraordinary pressure from their international counterparts to loosen the straitjacket of their austerity programs and to allow the European Central Bank to open the lending floodgates.
AIB recognised by Central Bank, after years of alleged corruption
Long under scrutiny for allegedly taking part in illegal money transfers, Arab International Bank becomes a recognised entity.
Full SCAF handover unlikely before 2013
Egypt's generals will likely maintain their grip on public life long after handover deadline.
Scepticism over voter turnout
Despite official accounts of moderate turnout, a picture emerges of lower than reported participation.
Alcohol? Meth? No, High On Body Fat
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Amr Moussa: “We have to give the new president the benefit of the doubt”
Former presidential candidate Amr Moussa discusses the current political situation in Egypt.
Candidates file appeals
The Presidential Electoral Commission processing over 100 charges of violations by both presidential camps.
Both presidential camps claim victory
With unofficial voting tallies, both candidates claim the country's highest seat and accuse the other of fraud.
Fate of Parliament on hold
Members of Parliament resist its dissolution, but they are barred from entering the building.
Thousands gather to support Morsi, denounce SCAF
Thousands at Tahrir Square protest in support of Mohamed Morsi and chant against the military council.