After the revolution in Tunisia, anti-regime protests spread to Egypt, sparking two weeks of deadly clashes. The Latest Gaza Hostages Freed: Women Whose Hamas Warnings Were Ignored 18 Habits Men ...

In Tahrir Square, downtown Cairo’s massive focal point, the protesters managed to hold their ground until late at night, when the police drove them out. The protests continued the next day ...

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CAIRO, EGYPT — Since last week, a huge sit-in has once again engulfed Tahrir Square. The demonstration — and the bloody, peripheral street battles — have shut down much of downtown Cairo.

By Mark W. Olson To define “history in the making,” just peruse the photos, videos and comments on the Facebook page of 2004 Chaska High School graduate Laura Schlichting. Thousands of chanting ...

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Al-Monitor is an award-winning media outlet covering the Middle East, valued for its independence, diversity and analysis. It is read widely by US, international and Middle East decision makers at the ...

With footage shot in the center of Egypt's Tahrir Square from the beginning of the battles to the climax of the celebration, audiences experience first-hand the people-powered revolt that brought ...

The hotel is also anticipated to feature a rooftop swimming pool overlooking Tahrir Square with views of The Nile and the distant Giza Pyramids. Other plans for the property include expansive ...

That can’t be good for our democracy. America Needs A Tahrir Square The U.S. has let the public square become a metaphor. That can’t be good for our democracy.