Most recent articles by Markus Symank
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Unrest in Egypt's universitiesStudents in the firing line
The revolution lives on at Egypt's universities – still. But the government is moving ever more quickly to break the students' resistance. Details from Markus Symank in Cairo
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Presidential election in EgyptIn the heartland of the al-Sisi cult
The residents of Gamaliya in Cairo are extremely proud of their district's son, Abdul Fattah al-Sisi. Markus Symank visited the quarter where the former Egyptian army chief spent his formative years to get a feel for the man who is most likely to be Egypt's next head of state
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The economic power of the Egyptian armyEverything under control
While poverty and unemployment rates in Egypt are on the rise, the country's generals live comfortably and the army's businesses are booming. In fact, since the revolution, the army has managed to consolidate its economic power – with the help of foreign countries seeking to influence domestic politics in Egypt. By Markus Symank in Cairo
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Al Jazeera journalists face terrorism chargesEgypt settles scores with Al Jazeera
Employees of the Al Jazeera news channel are currently on trial in Egypt. The prosecution has accused them of being members of a terrorist organisation. Markus Symank reports from Cairo
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Protests in EgyptArmy Opponents Break Their Silence
Egypt's Islamists demonstrated for months against the army. Now, secular activists are out in the streets to protest the co-opting of their revolution. But, the military government has a propaganda machine on its side. By Markus Symank from Cairo
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Preaching Ban for Islamists in EgyptControlling the Message
The interim government appointed by the Egyptian army is banishing Islamist preachers from mosques. But imams who are loyal to the regime are still allowed to combine religion and politics. By Markus Symank
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Protests in EgyptCivilians against Civilians
The spiral of violence In Egypt continues. Dozens of former President Morsi's supporters have died during protests. But those responsible for the deaths are not likely to face legal consequences for their actions. Markus Symank reports from Cairo
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Christians in EgyptPersecuted and Forgotten
Anti-Christian violence is on the rise in Egypt. Although 45 churches and buildings were burned to the ground just a month ago, the Egyptian state is doing little to protect the country's Christians. By Markus Symank
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Interview with Ahmed Maher"The Next Revolution Will Certainly Come"
Ahmed Maher is regarded by many as a hero of the Egyptian popular uprising. However, the army and the Islamists have, for the time being, rendered the April 6 protest movement inactive. In an interview with Markus Symank, the activist explains why this is nevertheless not the end of the revolution
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Persecution of the Muslim Brotherhood in EgyptHumiliated even in Death
Hundreds of supporters of ex-President Mohammed Morsi were killed in Egypt last week. Judging by what Markus Symank witnessed during his visit to a Cairo morgue, it seems as if their relatives are being systematically bullied by the government
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Post-Mubarak EgyptVeering off the Path of Progress
When Hosni Mubarak was ousted from power, many thought Egypt would enter a new era. But the country is more divided than ever, and democracy is still a distant dream. Markus Symank asks what went wrong
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Freedom of Speech in EgyptBelly Dancer Exposes Islamists' Double Standards
Tweaking the Islamists' noses: In her music videos, Egyptian belly dancer Sama al-Masri pours derision on the Muslim Brotherhood. Now she may face trial for insulting Islam. Markus Symank reports from Cairo