Date of source: Saturday, December 31, 2005
Since Muhammad Mahdī ‘Ākif took over as murshid [guide] of Egypt’s outlawed Muslim Brotherhood in 2004, the group has seemed more politicized than ever. The group has participated, directly or indirectly, in the political actions and dialogue, played its part in the reform process, and expressed...
Date of source: Thursday, February 26, 2004
It appears that there is a plan
by the authorities to crack down on the members to restrict their participation in meetings
abroad. The rate of the bans on travel of Brotherhood members increased dramatically since
Muhammad Mahdi Akef was appointed supreme guide of the Brotherhood.