Salafism
Egypt’s Sufis see Islamist threat after Mubarak
Egypt
June 14, 2011
Egypt’s Sufis see Islamist threat after Mubarak
Down the narrow alleyways of Cairo's Sayidda Zeinab neighbourhood, 100 men sway their heads and clap in rhythm as they…
With Nour Party, Salafis attempt to tap into party politics
Egypt
May 18, 2011
With Nour Party, Salafis attempt to tap into party politics
After decades of staying out of politics, Alexandria-based Salafis have decided to form their own political party in hopes of…
At Artellewa, an artist confronts religious extremism
Art news
May 16, 2011
At Artellewa, an artist confronts religious extremism
Alaa Abd al-Hamid is in a fight with gravity. He sees humanity in a tight spot and, through sculpture,…
Democracy is dangerous when people draft legislation, Salafi spokesperson says
Egypt
April 18, 2011
Democracy is dangerous when people draft legislation, Salafi spokesperson says
A Salafi movement spokesperson on Monday said legislation drawn up by the people is the most dangerous element of democracy.…
Copt assaulted, bishop tells military to halt sectarian attacks
Egypt
March 24, 2011
Copt assaulted, bishop tells military to halt sectarian attacks
Naga Hammadi's Bishop Kirollos called on the armed forces stop religion-driven thuggery after a group of aggressors assaulted a Coptic…
Egypt’s prosecutors to investigate Islamist allegedly tortured to death
Egypt
January 7, 2011
Egypt’s prosecutors to investigate Islamist allegedly tortured to death
Alexandria--Egyptian authorities will investigate allegations that a Salafi preacher was tortured to death in Alexandria, 24 hours after being arrested…
3 scenarios suggested for Alexandria church blast
Egypt
January 2, 2011
3 scenarios suggested for Alexandria church blast
Three scenarios for the New Year's Eve terrorist bombing of the St. Mark and St. Peter Church in Alexandria have…
Prominent Salafi preacher reportedly arrested in Alexandria
Egypt
December 9, 2010
Prominent Salafi preacher reportedly arrested in Alexandria
Security authorities in Alexandria have detained Sheikh Abdel Moneim al-Shahat, a prominent Salafi figure, according to OnIslam.net. The website quoted…
Study: Salafism a strong influence in Brotherhood
Egypt
December 1, 2010
Study: Salafism a strong influence in Brotherhood
A new study shows a growing Salafist trend within the Muslim Brotherhood, Egypt's largest Islamist opposition group. The study, conducted…