Latest posts by Amira Al Hussaini from February, 2011
Egypt: Away from the Press, Netizens Report a Massacre in Kharga
With all eyes on Tahrir Square, the epicentre for pro-democracy protests now on their 16th day, a tragedy has been unfolding in Kharga, Al Wadi el Gedid, away from the prying eyes of the Press and international observers. Reports of protests being brutally put down by the security forces using live ammunition and excessive tear gas, and government-paid thugs released from prison to terrorise people and destroy property, are making the rounds online, as information slowly seeps from Kharga.
Egypt: Hunt Continues for Blogger Kareem Amer
The hunt continues for Egyptian blogger Abdulkareem Nabeel Sulaiman, known as Kareem Amer, who went missing after leaving Tahrir Square in downtown Cairo on February 7. The blogger previously served a four-year sentence and supporters fear he has been arrested.
Egypt: Tamer Hosni Changes Sides?
As pro-democracy protests continue across Egypt for the 16th day, netizens took a break from covering its fast-paced developments today to see what the fuss over singer and actor Tamer Hosni's tears is.
Egypt: A Star Shines on Tahrir Square
Tahrir Square, the epicentre of massive protests in downtown Cairo calling for an end to the Mubarak regime, saw the largest number of protesters today since the beginning of pro-democracy demonstrations 15 days ago.
Egypt: Massive Protests Continue on Day 15
Nationwide protests continue to rock Egypt for the 15th day in a row, demanding an end to the Mubarak regime. As the crowds at Tahrir Square in downtown Cairo swell, a sit in continues outside the Parliament building. Also today, workers have started their strike; academics joined the ranks of protesters, and Egyptian journalists found their voice.
Egypt: Wael Ghonim Released?
Egyptian cyber activist and Google executive Wael Ghonim has been released today, as Egyptians continue to demand the end of Mubarak regime. Protesters at Tahrir Square have named Ghonim their spokesman, to pressure the government to release him.
Egypt: My 73-year-old Father at Tahrir
Egyptian Nadia El Awady took her 73-year-old father with her to Tahrir today, where she joined fellow Egyptians in the Sunday of Martyrs, as widespread protests calling for an end of the Mubarak regime enter their 13th day. Let's go with them to Tahrir.
Egypt: Remembering Egypt's Martyrs
Tribute is pouring from all around the world for those who have lost their lives in protests held across Egypt to call for an end of the Mubarak regime. Today is the Sunday of Martyrs, in what is the beginning of the Week of Steadfastness, and marks the 13th day of the Egyptian people's uprising.
Egypt: The January 25 Blacklist
On Facebook, a wall of shame is being compiled, under the title January 25 Blacklist (Ar), with the names of politicians, media personalities and celebrities who have spoken out against...
Egypt: Is Amr Moussa an Acceptable Alternative to Mubarak?
Arab League's Secretary-General and former Mubarak loyalist Amr Moussa's interest in becoming Egypt's next President has drawn a range of reactions, as Egyptians continue to call upon Hosni Mubarak to resign for the 12th day in a row. Here are some of the reactions on Twitter.
Egypt: Did Mubarak Resign as Head of the Ruling NDP?
News just came that Egypt's president Hosni Mubarak has resigned his post as head of the ruling National Democratic Party. This comes on the 12th day of massive demonstrations across Egypt, calling for his resignation as President. Update: The news has now changed: Mubarak may not have resigned his post. Here are Twitter reactions to the conflicting news.
Egypt: Wael Abbas, Arrested by Army, then Released
Prominent human rights blogger Wael Abbas was arrested for about an hour by the army today, sending friends and contacts on a search frenzy. He was later released. Meanwhile, the search continues for Google executive Wael Ghonim, who has gone missing on January 25.
Qatar: Al Jazeera Cairo Office Burnt by Thugs, Arabic Website Hacked
Qatar-based Al Jazeera's Arabic news website was reportedly hacked earlier today, by what the news network described as "opponents of the pro-democracy movement in Egypt." See what netizens have to say about the Al Jazeera face off with the Egyptian government, as anti-Mubarak rallies continue across Egypt for the 11th day. Update: Al Jazeera Cairo office was also attacked and burned by 'thugs' today
Egypt: When Pictures Speak Louder than Words
Up to a million people are already chanting in Tahrir (Liberation) Square, Cairo, calling on Mubarak to leave. Anti-Mubarak protests have been held across Egypt for the 11th day in a row and today's is being dubbed as the Departure or Final Friday. Here are some pictures tweeted by people on the ground, showing the masses marching to the square, as they get vetted at checkpoints set up to protect the peaceful demonstrators from government-paid thugs.
Egypt: Chants getting Louder in Tahrir Square
Egyptians from all walks of life have been chanting for an end of the Mubarak regime, as Egypt braces itself for the 11th day of massive protests. Today is being dubbed as Departure Friday or Final Friday, and millions are being roused to march to the streets to bring down Mubarak's regime after the noon Friday prayers. People are already in Tahrir Square, Cairo, and the chants have never been louder.
Egypt: War Waged on Press, Human Rights Defenders
Egyptian protesters are calling for massive anti-Mubarak marches across the country, after the Friday prayers tomorrow. Last week, Mubarak's regime cut off the Internet before Egypt's Day of Wrath. Today, reports continued all day of arrests of activists, and the arrest, bullying and harassment of journalists.
Egypt: Sandmonkey Back, Human Rights Activists Held
Egyptian blogger and Twitter user Sandmonkey has been arrested today, amid a crackdown on activists and human rights organisations in Egypt. While Sandmonkey was roughed up, news is circulating about the arrest of numerous activists, particularly those working in human rights.
Yemen: Thousands Protest on Day of Rage
Yemen's Day of Rage protests have started, and the scramble in on for online resources and people on the ground to tell us their story in their own words.
Egypt: Five Killed in Tahrir Square as Egyptians Day 10 Protests Begin
Anti-Mubarak demonstrations are continuing for the 10th day across Egypt, with harrowing reports of death and injuries coming out of Cairo's Tahrir Square, where government-paid thugs clashed with protesters all night.
Egypt: The Battle of the Thugs Continues
Protesters continued to battle with waves of government-paid thugs, who entered their ranks, first as pro-Mubarak demonstrators, and waged started a full-fledged attack, with knives, tear gas and Molotov cocktails, at the peaceful protesters. All this happened in front of the very own eyes of television viewers, who have been glued to their sets and live streams on their computers, since Egyptians rose, demanding an end to president Hosni Mubarak's 30-year regime.
Egypt: World Horrified as Full Scale Attack Launched on Protesters
The world has been watching in horror, the fast-paced attacks against protesters across Egypt, where reports continue to pour in about government-paid thugs wreaking havoc and terrorising protesters. Now the protesters are being pelted with Molotov cocktails, and the fire bombs are being thrown close to the Egyptian Museum.
