Date of source: Tuesday, July 22, 2008
The author reported on the fourth annual report of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, which monitored 23 violations of religious freedoms in Egypt during April, May and June. The report focused on the areas of violation of court rulings, sectarian tension and violent incidents, security’s...
Date of source: Sunday, July 27, 2008
Robeir al-Faris reviews the previous month’s newspapers in Egypt, examining the Muslim-Christian divide in Egypt. The first of two topics presented in this article is the renaming of Victoria Square to Victory of Islam Square in a religiously mixed area of Shubra, Cairo. The second issue presented...
Date of source: Sunday, July 20, 2008
The author describes various positions on the demonstrations of Expatriate Copts abroad. Foreign countries, the Egyptian government, and the Coptic organization seem to be little affected by these demonstrations.
Date of source: Sunday, July 20, 2008
The article comments on Bishop Thomas who claims that Copts in Egypt are forced to isolate themselves, and stressed the need for action in appealing their cause.
Date of source: Sunday, December 30, 2007
The author reflects on 2007 and looks toward 2008 and the challenges that must be tackled in Egyptian society.
Date of source: Sunday, October 19, 2008
Watanī presents different opinions toward the draft unified law for houses of worship. The opinions include those of members of parliament and Shūrá Council members.
Date of source: Friday, October 17, 2008
Yesterday Minia Criminal Court released five people accused in connection with the assault on Abū Fānā monastery.
Date of source: Saturday, July 5, 2008
The reconciliation meeting between Muslims and Christians at Al-Nazlah village in Fayyūm Governorate did not involve any concrete pledges.
Date of source: Monday, October 6, 2008
A brief summary of Bishop Demetrius and his role in resolving the Abū Fānā Monastery incident.
Date of source: Monday, October 6, 2008
Pope Shenouda has called on ‘Alā’ Hassānayn to try and solve the Abū Fānā crisis before he returns from the U.S