Middle-east Arab News Opinion | Asharq Al-awsat

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A file photo dated 17 July 2011, shows the then newly appointed Minister of Finance Hazem Beblawi during a press conference in Cairo, Egypt. (EPA)

Asharq Al-Awsat speaks to Egypt’s new PM

by Abdul Sattar Hatita | Jul 12, 2013 | Interviews

Cairo, Asharq Al-Awsat—In the wake of the ouster of Islamist president Mohamed Mursi, Egypt’s new rulers face a daunting challenge. Aside from economic problems that would faze any other government, Egypt finds itself divided between supporters of the ousted...

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Trader Peter Iocolano works in the oil options pit at the New York Mercantile Exchange Wednesday, July 3, 2013. Source: AP Photo/Richard Drew

Brent crude hits 3-month high above USD 108 on Egypt unrest, supply worries

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Jul 8, 2013 | Business

Singapore, Reuters—Brent crude futures rose above USD 108 to the highest in more than three months on Monday, extending last week’s gains as tensions in Egypt stoked concerns about global oil supplies. At least 15 people were killed on Monday in Cairo, medical...

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Egyptian protesters run for cover from tear gas fired by riot police during clashes in Cairo, on March 8, 2013. (AFP PHOTO/MAHMUD KHALED

Egypt Braces for More Violence

by Asharq Al-Awsat | Mar 9, 2013 | Middle East

Cairo, Asharq Al-Awsat—Egypt is bracing itself for a fresh wave of violence in the city of Port Said after a court confirmed the death sentences of 21 people convicted for their part in a deadly football riot last year. Port Said has seen outbreaks of violence since...