Cairo
BRICK BY BRICK
ZERO SHADES OF GRAY
HARD PLACE
Today, Cairo's young Islamists believe what ISIS allegedly did in Paris was wrong. Tomorrow, they will be reminded their government considers them to be terrorists, too.
GONE ROGUE
With the world watching, Egypt’s court system decided to assert itself by finding three journalists guilty, including one represented by celebrity human-rights lawyer Amal Clooney.
MARITAL BIZ
“Wedding traffickers” are scamming would-be immigrants and destitute Italians alike, selling hope in exchange for “I do.”
Unusual Suspects
Not all the all the accused in this infamously unfair court proceeding were journalists. Were some of them really Muslim Brotherhood activists?
Silenced
The seven-year sentences given former BBC reporter Peter Greste and his colleagues is a clear message that the Al-Sisi government claims a monopoly on truth.
Anger Management
Those voters who are going to the polls are rabid fans of General Sisi—which is one reason most voters appear to be staying away.
Pyramid Scheme
General Sisi has put on a business suit, but there’s no question who’s in charge as he imprisons critics, kills protestors, and prepares to assume the mantle of president.