Clinton offers aid to help boost Muslim ties... Nov 4, 2009
Clinton will travel from Morocco to Egypt for a meeting on Wednesday with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak which was also expected to focus on the stalled Israeli-Palestinian peace process. "Obviously Egypt is a key player in Mideast peace and she thought it was important while here in the region to consult," State Department spokesman P.J. Crowley said. (The Drudge Report)
Egypt-Israel frictions complicate peace efforts Nov 4, 2009
But those efforts are now stalled as U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton rushes to Cairo Wednesday to meet Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, a clear sign of concern that Egyptian and Arab support for the peace efforts may be waning. Clinton, who extended her Mideast trip by a day to come to Cairo, arrives at one of the lowest ebbs in three decades of Egyptian-Israeli peace. (MSNBC -- International)
* Israels settlement offer still short, Clinton says Nov 4, 2009
In a sign of US eagerness to calm Arab concerns about the US position on settlements, Clinton extending her trip by one day to fly to Cairo to meet with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak today, her staff announced. She had been scheduled to return to Washington yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Israeli-Palestinian peace talks stall Nov 4, 2009
Although she had been scheduled to return to Washington yesterday, following a weeklong trip that began in Pakistan, Clinton quickly arranged to travel here for talks with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, whom Crowley described as a key figures in the peace process. US special envoy George Mitchell made a similar appeal Monday to Jordanian King Abdullah in Amman. (Boston Globe)
FOCAC based on mutual respect: Egyptian diplomat Nov 4, 2009
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and African heads of state or government from 49 countries are expected to attend and address the opening ceremony of the FOCAC fourth ministerial meeting. Hassan stressed the reliable partnership between China and Africa in the last decade and the willingness of both sides to enhance their future cooperation. (Xinhuanet, China)
Clinton urges restraint in push for Mideast peace Nov 3, 2009
After speaking, Clinton was flying to Cairo for a hastily arranged meeting with senior Egyptian government officials, including President Hosni Mubarak. She had been scheduled to fly home Tuesday but said late Monday she would be traveling instead to Cairo to continue consultations on the peace process that she began Saturday in separate talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
US firm on settlements Nov 3, 2009
A US official said later that Clinton would visit Egypt on Wednesday to meet President Hosni Mubarak as part of efforts to prelaunch the peace talks. Israel urged to do 'much more. (iAfrica.com)
Chinese FM stresses importance of China-Africa friendship Nov 2, 2009
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao, Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, and leaders from other African countries will attend the opening ceremony. Yang said in an interview with Xinhua that the meeting is another important occasion to boost China-Africa friendship and cooperation since the Beijing Summit held in Beijing in 2006, and it is of great importance to the building of China-Africa relations in the new ages. (People's Daily Online, China)
Mubarak avoids talk of succession Nov 1, 2009
In the 28 years he has lead Egypt, Mr Mubarak has never named a deputy. The Egyptian President, Hosni Mubarak, has promised further domestic reforms at the annual conference of his ruling National Democratic Party in Cairo ... In the opening speech, Mr Mubarak laid out plans for much-needed improvements to healthcare, education and transport. (BBC News -- Africa)
Egypt's president backs young leaders in his party Nov 1, 2009
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak listens to one of the audience as he delivers a speech in Cairo, Egypt, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009 during the opening of Egypt's ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) 6th annual congress ... President Hosni Mubarak did not address the issue in his opening speech to the convention ... "The party's young members ... have a clear vision for the nation's future, and propose new ideas to deal with the reality," Hosni Mubarak said. (MSNBC -- International)
Young pretender Oct 31, 2009
Ageing Mubarak keeps Egypt guessing. Public appearances by President Hosni Mubarak have become increasingly rare ... Their president, Hosni Mubarak, has been in power for 28 years and has no designated successor. (BBC News -- Africa)
U.S. impeded in democracy efforts for Egypt Oct 29, 2009
U.S. administrations have walked a line between pressuring Mubarak to implement political reforms and supporting his steps against al-Qaeda-linked groups. In 2004, the administration nearly doubled annual funding for democracy promotion in Egypt, the audit shows, from $24 million to $45 million. (USA Today)
The 'Headscarf Martyr' Case: A Trial of the Century for Muslims Oct 29, 2009
Following the demonstrations in Egypt, Merkel expressed her condolences to Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on the sidelines of the G-8 summit in Italy in July. Given the outcry over the earlier lack of publicity, Alex W.'s trial is now receiving extensive coverage in the country. (Time.com)
China's Wen to visit Egypt, attend China-Africa forum Oct 28, 2009
During his stay in Egypt, Wen will meet Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and hold talks with Prime Minister Nazef, Ma said. The ministerial meeting would be an important gathering after the Beijing Summit of the FOCAC in November 2006. (Xinhuanet, China)
Sudan leader says south might secede Oct 27, 2009
There is hope that Sudan may stay united if the other party is serious, Kiir told reporters after a meeting yesterday with President Hosni Mubarak of Egypt to discuss Sudan s conflicts. Kiir also accused the northern government of failing to implement fully the peace agreement including the demarcation of the oil-rich border region between the north and the south. (Boston Globe)
'He misses his mother' Oct 27, 2009
Berlin moved to deflect criticism, with Chancellor Angela Merkel expressing her condolences to Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on the sidelines of the Group of Eight summit. Thousands rallied in Dresden in Sherbini's memory. (iAfrica.com)
Alex W in court Oct 26, 2009
Berlin moved to deflect criticism, with Chancellor Angela Merkel expressing her condolences to Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on the sidelines of the Group of Eight summit later that month. Thousands rallied in Dresden in Sherbini's memory. (iAfrica.com)
Are The Black Satellites NDC Or NPP? Oct 24, 2009
The Egyptian President, Hosni Mubarak, was also reported to have appealed to his countrymen to go to the stadium and rally behind Ghana in an African solidarity. This alone was enough demonstration that Ghana once again stood for the hope of Africa and did not let the continent down. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Abbas gambles on Jan. 24 Palestinian election Oct 24, 2009
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas talks during a news conference after his meeting with Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak at the Presidential palace in Cairo October 20, 2009. (REUTERS/Tarek Mostafa). (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Abbas calls on elections on Jan. 24 Oct 24, 2009
"On the basis of the constitution, we are compelled to issue a decree on Oct. 25 to hold presidential and parliamentary elections before Jan. 24, and we will issue it," Abbas told a press conference after meeting with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. RAMALLAH, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas slammed on Tuesday Gaza ruling Hamas movement, saying the Islamic movement made use of the UN fact-finding report on the Israeli war on Gaza last winter to evade signing a... (Xinhuanet, China)
Mitchell: Mideast talks effort isn't a failure Oct 23, 2009
Clinton talks to Mubarak; US envoy busy in Mideast ... U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on Saturday. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Bouncing back Oct 22, 2009
Ayman Nur has put himself back at the centre of opposition to President Mubarak ... Last week groups from across the political spectrum gathered at his headquarters in downtown Cairo to demand democratic reforms and oppose any moves by the ageing President Hosni Mubarak to pass on power to his son ... Although both men deny it, it is widely believed that President Mubarak, 81, is lining up his youngest son, Gamal, head of the NDP's powerful policy secretariat, to be his successor. (BBC News -- Africa)
Goldstone rejects Israel protests Oct 21, 2009
Separately, Palestinian Authority President and Fatah party leader Mahmoud Abbas has been holding talks in Cairo with Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak. It is the latest in a long-running process attempting to reach a reconciliation deal between Fatah and the other main Palestinian faction, Hamas. (BBC News -- Africa)
FIFA U-20 WC: Victorious Satellites present trophy to President MillsAccra, Ghana (PANA) " The victorious FIFA U-20 world champions, the Black Satellites of Ghana, on Monday presented the trophy they won in Cairo last Friday toPresident John Evans Atta Mills after they had gone on a float through the principal streets of the Ghanaian capital, Accra. 19/10/2009 Full Text... Oct 20, 2009
Accra, Ghana (PANA) " The victorious FIFA U- 20 world champions, the Black Sate llites of Ghana, on Monday presented the trophy they won in Cairo last Friday toPresident John Evans Atta Mills after they had gone on a float through the princ i pal streets of the Ghanaian capital, Accra.Tens of thousands of football fans and residents of Accra lined the streets as t he convoy of vehicles carrying the players and officials crawled along amidst th e heaping of praises on them.Captain Andre Dede... (Panapress.com)
Shimon Peres Oct 20, 2009
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak meet on Sunday in a bid to revive peace talks with the Palestinians ahead of a possible three-way meeting later this ... ISRAEL'S Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, and the Egyptian President, Hosni Mubarak, were meeting yesterday, part of an attempt to revive peace talks with the Palestinians before a possible ... Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak urged Israel to halt "all settlement activity" and warned of the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Abbas says unaware of a U.S.-Israeli deal on settlement Oct 20, 2009
Meanwhile, Abbas said that he will head to Egypt on Tuesday to hold talks with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak over the inter-reconciliation and ending the current feuds with Hamas movement. Solana arrived earlier in the region, where he will hold talks with Israeli and Arab leaders over pushing ahead the stalled Middle East peace process. (Xinhuanet, China)
Government to announce attractive package for Satellites Oct 20, 2009
President Mills also expressed appreciation to Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, for declaring national support for the Black Satellites, adding that the support and the presence of the African Diplomatic Corps of Ghana at the ceremony was an indication of that Africa was ready to unite. President Mills said the young men had shown that with determination, hardwork, singleness of purpose, selflessness and God's blessings, everything could be done. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Hamas stalls unity deal Oct 19, 2009
now that Hamas still has reservations about when the draft agreement should be signed," the foreign ministry spokesperson said. Hamas accused of bad faith Earlier, an Egyptian official accused Hamas of bad faith over its refusal to sign up to the unity deal on schedule. "Egypt was surprised by Hamas's procrastination when it said it could not come to Cairo on the planned date," the state-owned Al-Ahram newspaper quoted the unnamed official as saying. "The delay to reconciliation and the fact... (iAfrica.com)
Egypt groups target Mubarak son Oct 16, 2009
Gamal Mubarak brushes off questions about his presidential ambitions. Opposition groups in Egypt have started a campaign to block President Hosni Mubarak from passing power to his son ... Organisers said it was a battle against the political system, rather than a campaign aimed at Gamal Mubarak. (BBC News -- Africa)
Africa: Internet to Unite Members of Parliament Oct 12, 2009
Sorour is first in line to become president of Egypt if Hosni Mubarak dies or becomes incapacitated -- a fact becoming increasingly important as Mubarak ages. Addressing the conference on Friday, PAP President Moussa Idriss Ndele told African parliamentary speakers and ambassadors based in SA that the transformation of the parliament into a legislative body needed to be done with due consideration for political sensitivities and fears raised by some AU member states that the PAP would override... (allAfrica.com)
Niqab debate Oct 11, 2009
Perhaps it comes from the Koran he holds in one hand and the hotline to President Hosni Mubarak he has in reach of the other. For some unfathomable reason, given the number of Egyptian press conferences I have attended this year (most of which run for hours with no discernible purpose), I had somehow raised my expectations that the Supreme Council might deign to answer my questions. (BBC News -- Africa)
Saudi King Seeks To Mend Rift With Syria Oct 8, 2009
In early March, Abdullah and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak met Assad in a mini-summit in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, hoping to patch up the rift. Assad also visited the kingdom last month to attend the opening of a university. (CBS News -- World)
Syria, Saudi Arabia plot peace path Oct 8, 2009
Since then, Assad has visited Saudi Arabia once, to confer with King Abdullah and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, and his Foreign Minister Walid al-Mouallem went to Riyadh ahead of the parliamentary elections in Beirut in June. The two sides decided to work for smooth and democratic elections in Lebanon, which took place and led to the victory of Saudi Arabia's proxy, the March 14 Coalition. (Asia Times Online)
Fearful of Iran's influence, Saudi king reaches out to Syria Oct 8, 2009
While there has been some talk that Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak might join the Damascus summit, Egyptian-Syrian relations are poor, and such an appearance is considered unlikely. And some Syrian analysts say that warmer relations with Saudi Arabia and the West don't necessarily mean cooler ones with Tehran. (Christian Science Monitor)
Mubarak urges Israel to resume peace talks Oct 5, 2009
CAIRO - Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak urged Israel to resume peace talks with the Palestinians where they broke off more than a year ago, warning that the peace process "can't take another failure." ... But in an interview published Sunday, Mubarak called on Israel to respond positively to the renewed push for peace and resume talks where they left off ... "It is unreasonable and unacceptable to start from zero," Mubarak told the Armed Forces newspaper. (MSNBC -- International)
Egypt: Virtually, Some Real Freedom Oct 3, 2009
At the same time, says rights lawyer Ahmed Seif, executive director of the Hisham Mubarak Law Centre, blogs, online forums and social networking sites are allowing many opposition voices to be heard for the first time ... The President's son and presumed successor, Gamal Mubarak, recently used Facebook to engage the Egyptian public in an open discussion. (allAfrica.com)
China, Africa ever closer 60 years on Oct 3, 2009
" According to Durodie, Western countries' criticizing on China's new role and impact on Africa is a sign of the Western imagination's inability to view Africans as capable of dealing with their own problems and the West's obsession with viewing China as malign. Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, also noted in his speech at the 2006 Beijing summit: "We hold that the establishment of a new type of strategic partnership is both the shared desire and independent choice of China and Africa, serves... (Xinhuanet, China)
In Beirut, two Ss and a W Sep 30, 2009
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has an old score to settle with Hezbollah, ever since its secretary general, Hassan Nasrallah, stopped short of calling for a rebellion in Cairo, when Egyptian authorities refused to open the Rafah Crossing during the Israeli war on Gaza last December. He fears that the more Islamic groups are empowered throughout the region, the more likely that will trigger the ambitions of the Islamic opposition in Cairo. (Asia Times Online)
First They Came for the Pigs Sep 30, 2009
It was alleged by the regime of President Hosni Mubarak, on the basis of no evidence whatever, that the swine themselves were the carriers of the so-called "swine flu." (Several friends and relatives of mine have already caught and recovered from this mild infection; everybody knows that actual encounters with pigs have absolutely nothing to do with it. As a consequence of the pig massacre, the streets of Cairo have become almost unlivable, and the Christian garbage collectors, locally called... (Slate)
Egypt crushes Trinidad & Tobago 4-1 in U-20 World Cup Sep 25, 2009
Earlier on Thursday, Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak officially opened the FIFA U20 tournament. Editor: Fang Yang. (Xinhuanet, China)
Egypt loser condemns Unesco vote Sep 24, 2009
Mr Hosni is close to President Hosni Mubarak, who Mr Hosny said, had told him after the result to "put everything behind you". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Europe)
Muslims around the world end fast, usher in Eid Sep 21, 2009
(CNN) -- Muslims around the world woke up Sunday and welcomed the end of a long month of fasting with hearty greetings of "Eid Mubarak," or happy festivities. Egyptian women perform the Eid al-Fitr dawn prayer at a stadium in Mansura, 120 km north of Cairo. (CNN -- World)
Obama to hold talks with Mideast leaders Sep 21, 2009
"The road is now blocked," Abbas told reporters in Cairo Saturday after talks with Middle East powerbroker Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. "There is no more work (for Mitchell) with the Western or Palestinian sides because we are complying with all our duties. The focus has to be on the Israeli side.". (Yahoo! Asia News)
After Egypt’s pigs killed, Cairo finds itself wading through piles of garbage Sep 20, 2009
When the swine flu fear first emerged, long before even one case was reported in Egypt, President Hosni Mubarak ordered that all the pigs be killed in order to prevent the spread of the disease. When health officials worldwide said that the virus was not being passed by pigs, the Egyptian government said the cull was no longer about flu, but about cleaning up the zabaleen s crowded, filthy, neighborhood. (Boston Globe)
Obama to hold trilateral meeting with Netanyahu, Abbas Sep 20, 2009
" Palestinians have been demanding a halt to Israeli settlement construction in the occupied West Bank, including annexed Arab east Jerusalem, as a condition for resuming talks with Israel. But Netanyahu has repeatedly rebuffed US calls to freeze settlement construction, leading to a rare diplomatic spat between the Jewish state and its closest ally. Abbas in turn blamed Israel for Mitchell's failure to secure a breakthrough. "The road is now blocked," Abbas told reporters in Cairo Saturday... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Africa: Curse of Monarchical Tendencies in African Politics [opinion] Sep 19, 2009
In Egypt and Libya there are signals of sabotaging the emergence of democratic politics by the imposing of the sons of President Hosni Mubarak and Muammar al-Gaddafi while repressing opposition parties. Finally, we must create support across the continent for a legal norm on the crime against national development and people's human dignity. (allAfrica.com)
Israeli Official: Palestinians Entitled to East Jerusalem Sep 19, 2009
By holding the reins of power since the assassination of Anwar Sadat in 1981, and serving as vice president for seven years before that, President Hosni Mubarak is simply allowing the radical Muslim Brotherhood to consolidate its hold on the future of Egypt. "It won't be tomorrow," says the former military intelligence general, but "the trend is unmistakable and inevitable.". (Newsmax)
Palestinian official: US envoy ends shuttle Sep 18, 2009
(AP Photo/Hatem Moussa) U.S. special Mideast George Mitchell gets in his vehicle after talks with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak at the Presidential palace in Cairo, Egypt, Thursday, Sept.17, 2009. Talks come within the framework of efforts aimed at reviving the Middle East peace process. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
U.S. Middle East envoy extends Mideast trip Sep 17, 2009
Mitchell may well need the support of men like Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak to persuade Abbas to compromise on the settlements issue. At the same time, Mitchell also wants the Arab world to convince Israel that the price of territorial compromise is one that is worth paying. (Xinhuanet, China)
Israeli President Leaves Hospital After Fainting on Stage Sep 14, 2009
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak also called to wish him well. Peres has enjoyed a political career spanning seven decades. (Fox News)
Israel cites differences with US over peace talks Sep 14, 2009
In Egypt, Netanyahu talked to Mubarak about Mideast peacemaking, according to a statement from Netanyahu s office. It said all sides - Israel, the Palestinians, Arab nations, and the international community - must do their part in advancing the peace process, an apparent reference to gestures the Arab world might offer in exchange for a settlement freeze. (Boston Globe)
Netanyahu: Schism With U.S. Grows Under Obama Sep 14, 2009
Netanyahu was set to travel to Egypt later Sunday for talks with President Hosni Mubarak, a key mediator between Israel and the Arab world, before meeting Monday with White House Mideast envoy George Mitchell. The U.S. envoy is trying to arrange a summit between Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas at the United Nations next week. (Newsmax)
U.S. envoy says hopes to finalise settlement deal Sep 14, 2009
Netanyahu holds talks in Egypt with Mubarak. Mubarak calls on Israel to halt settlement activities ... "There is still work to be done," Netanyahu told reporters before flying to Cairo for talks with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. (AlertNet)
Mitchell in Israel as Mideast diplomacy revs up Sep 14, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. will also renew his demand that the United States intervene to completely halt settlement activity in the Palestinian territories," Palestinian chief negotiator Saeb Erakat said. Netanyahu meanwhile told members of his right-wing Likud party last week: "There is one thing we are not willing to do - we are not willing to delude ourselves, or in common terms, we are not suckers. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Fresh push for Middle East talks Sep 14, 2009
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has met Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in Cairo. Mr Netanyahu said work still needs to be done to narrow differences before peace talks can resume. (BBC News -- Africa)
The U.S. special envoy to the Middle East George Mitchell is in Israel and expected to reach an agreement with Israel on a settlement freeze ahead of a meeting later this month between Abbas and Netanyahu.• Mubarak calls for halting Israeli settlements Sep 14, 2009
Mubarak calls for halting Israeli settlements_English_Xinhua. Mubarak calls for halting Israeli settlements ... Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L)in the Presidential House in Cairo, capital of Egypt, Sept. 13, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
U.S. seeks settlement agreement with Israel Sep 14, 2009
As Mitchell was meeting other Israeli government ministers on Sunday, Netanyahu was in Egypt for talks with President Hosni Mubarak ... CAIRO, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) -- Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak on Sunday held talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in which the veteran mediator asked Israel to stop settlements so as to push the peace process in the Middle East ... CAIRO, Sept. 13 (Xinhua) -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Cairo on Sunday for talks with... (Xinhuanet, China)
Israeli PM postpones meeting with U.S. envoy Sep 14, 2009
Netanyahu, who met Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in Cairo on Sunday for talks over the Middle East peace process, has said Israel is nearing a deal with the United States over the settlement issue, giving rise to speculation that the two sides would likely reach an agreement during Mitchell's visit. Special Report. (Xinhuanet, China)
Mitchell in Israel to jumpstart talks Sep 14, 2009
Following a summit Sunday in Cairo between Netanyahu and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, the prime minister's office released a statement that the two leaders agreed that Israel, the Palestinians, Arab states, and the international community all have to do their part to advance the peace process. "We're making progress. There are some areas where work is still required," said Mark Regev, a spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Christian Science Monitor)
Obama's Cairo speech heralded a new chapter in the relations between the United States and the Muslim world. However, his promises have not yet been fulfilled 100 days after his speech, said analysts.• Can Obama broker a Mideast peace deal Sep 13, 2009
Obama met this week with visiting Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak at the White House to discuss a resumption of peace talks in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and the Palestinians ... U.S. President Barack Obama (R) meets with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, U.S., Aug. 18, 2009 ... Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak, 81, who has ruled Egypt for 28 years, made his first visit in five years to the U.S. capital to meet with his... (Xinhuanet, China)
Netanyahu and Mubarak meet on reviving peace talks Sep 13, 2009
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak meet on Sunday in a bid to revive peace talks with the Palestinians ahead of a possible three-way meeting later this month. Netanyahu's visit, his second since May, will coincide with the arrival of US Middle East envoy George Mitchell in the region as Washington continues its push to get the peace process back on track. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
US envoy in Mid-East peace push Sep 13, 2009
He will meet Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak later on Sunday. Mr Netanyahu is making his second trip to Egypt since May. (BBC News -- Americas)
Prisoners' exchange deal not imminent, Israeli obstruction Sep 13, 2009
The sources, which spoke on condition of anonymity, said that new decisions might be announced in a meeting scheduled to be held between Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in Cairo on Sunday. However, Osama al-Muzeini, a senior Hamas leader from Gaza, who is authorized to give the press statements related to Shalit's case, ruled out that a prisoners' swap deal with Israel is in sight. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fifty questions on 9/11 Sep 11, 2009
19) A number of very experienced airline pilots - including US ally Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, a former fighter jet pilot - revealed that, well, only crack pilots could have performed such complex maneuvers on the hijacked jets, while others insisted they could only have been accomplished by remote control. Is it remotely believable that the hijackers were up to the task. (Asia Times Online)
Hamas Chief Warns Against Israeli Settlement Proposal Sep 7, 2009
Sept. 5: Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, right meets with Palestinian authority President Mahmoud Abbas at the Presidential palace in Cairo, Egypt. CAIRO The leader of Hamas on Sunday warned against Israel's proposal to temporarily halt settlement construction in exchange for normalization with Arab countries, describing it as "dangerous.". (Fox News)
