Syria: Cutthroat “Mukhabarat” of Middle East
Analysts say a popular president, dreaded security forces and religious diversity make a Syrian revolution unlikely. A key factor for stability within Syria is the popularity of President Bashar al-Assad Despite a wave of protests spreading across the Middle East, so far the revolutionary spirit has failed to reach Syria. Authoritarian rule, corruption and economic hardship are characteristics…
The Nightmare for Israelis: The Muslim Brotherhood
A Palestinian protester sets ablaze a U.S. flag in the West Bank city of Ramallah, in support of the anti-Mubarak protests in Egypt — While there was rejoicing in Cairo, concern was palpable in Israel over Hosni Mubarak’s stunning ouster from the presidency by pro-democracy demonstrators on Friday. Israelis worry that transition in their southern…
MUBARAK: Tells Amanpour of ABC News ” I Want To Go “
Might be a hint of departure, might be more dancing, but thought you should know. We will keep an eye on this and post updates throughout the day. Update: From Amanpour’s ABC interview: I’ve just left the presidential palace in Cairo where I met for about 30 minutes with president Mubarak. He told me that…
Egypt: Suleiman promises dialogue while continuing repression
Wave of change in the Arab world Suleiman promises dialogue while continuing repression Vice President of Egypt refuses to accept foreign interference .- The Minister of Health 13 confirmed dead and 1,200 wounded .- The pro-Mubarak hotels surround the press .- A Greek journalist, stabbed other journalists arrested and equipment smashed Central Cairo has again…
Al Jazeera Network Editorial Freedom Sympathetic Vision of Ted Turner CNN
Al Jazeera’s coverage of the current events in Egypt has been greatly received by global audiences This has been an unprecedented month in Al Jazeera history. Transformational events in the Middle East have brought enormous demand for news about the region. As director general of the region’s largest TV network, I am proud to say…