Egypt Violence

Is a new Islamist insurgency taking root in Egypt?

The surge in violence has raised fears that a new Islamist insurgency may take root on the Nile, where militants waged a failed campaign against the state in the 1990s.

Egypt violence worsens, 25 policemen killed

Islamic militants on Monday ambushed two mini-buses carrying off-duty policemen in the northern region of Egypt's Sinai Peninsula, killing 25 of them execution-style in a brazen daylight attack that deepens the turmoil roiling the country and underscores the volatility of the strategic region.

Why is India staying silent on the bloodbath in Egypt?

Whichever way you look at it, the Indian silence on the political game being played out in Egypt is galling.

USA condemns violence against pro-Morsi supporters in Egypt

The White House is condemning violence in Egypt, saying it will only make it more difficult for the country to move forward.

Street vendors, shopkeepers killed in Cairo violence

At least 15 people, including street vendors and store staffers, were killed in violence on Monday evening in downtown Cairo, Xinhua reported.

Troops raid Tahrir Square as clashes move into day five

Egyptian troops and riot police raided Cairo's Tahrir Square early on Tuesday in their latest attempt to evict protestors who want the ruling military to immediately step down.