February 3, 2011 Archives

The Future of Indonesia

Analysis on the history and future of Indonesia.

Steven Cook Reflects on the Protests that Rock Egypt

Just back from Egypt, the Council on Foreign Relations' Steven A. Cook reflects on the dramatic experience of being in Tahrir Square when protests began and the most recent clashes between pro- and anti-government demonstrators in the Egyptian capital of Cairo.

Egyptian Protesters Hang on Through Clashes

Anti-government protesters in Egypt weathered a night of clashes and thousands remain camped out in Cairo's main square Thursday.

McCain: "Egyptian People Deserve Better"

Arizona senator and former GOP Presidential candidate John McCain speaks to Erica Hill about his meeting with President Obama to discuss, among other things, the escalating crisis in Egypt.  

Should Obama Take Egypt 'Behind Scenes'?

Mona Eltahawy and Amb. Nicholas Burns talk about the United State's role in Mubarak's rule in Egypt.

Israeli National Security and the Egyptian Crisis

Analyst Reva Bhalla examines the unfolding crisis in Egypt from Israel's national security perspective.

Richard Haass: Egypt Takes 'Turn for the Worse'

Richard Haass of the Council on Foreign Relations says the Egyptian military has to decide which side it is on.

Amanpour in Egypt: Taking Your Questions

Christiane Amanpour answers your questions about Egypt.

Is The White House Mishandling Egypt?

David Asman weighs in on how the Obama Administration is handling the turmoil in Egypt.

Egypt Political Swing from Bad to Worse?

  Where will Egypt stand politically after the last stone is thrown?

MAP: Clashes in the heart of Cairo

Interactive map of Tahrir Square - the rally point for protesters.

Raw Video: Heated Battles Continue In Egypt

Clashes between supporters and opponents of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak continued after nightfall in Cairo on Wednesday, hours after scenes of uncontrolled violence in the capital left three people dead and 600 injured. (Feb. 2)

Iraqis Flee Cairo for Safety in Baghdad

As pro-democracy protests continue in Egypt, many cities across the country including the capital, Cairo, have become very dangerous at the moment.

Asia Celebrates Lunar New Year

Asia celebrates the start of the 'year of the rabbit,' a year which is expected to bring happiness and romance. Deborah Gembara reports.

Raw Video: Boy Sneaks Past Papal Security

A small boy slipped through Vatican security for an unscheduled private meeting with Pope Benedict XVI. When the boy appeared before the papal throne, Benedict briefly held the child's head in his hands and exchanged a few words with him. (Feb. 2)

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