Remembering the real Raba’a
Competing myths have emerged around the Raba’a protest camp. But it was neither a terrorist den nor a gathering of freedom and democracy lovers.
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Confessions of an Egyptian infidel
Though never officially recognised, atheists and agnostics have always been part of Egypt. Society now needs to grant us our right not to believe.
Read moreHoly month, holy city, unholy Egyptian
Even for a non-believing Egyptian, Ramadan in Jerusalem – where the three Abrahamic faiths coincide and oft collide – is a fascinating experience.
Read moreRamadan for all
Ramadan is when Muslims fast and feast, but the holy month has something to offer those of other faiths, or none.
Read moreJust say moo
Animal rights activists are calling for global vegetarianism, but the Middle East is not ready to sacrifice its meat-eating lifestyle.
Read moreReligious freedom at stake in Egypt
If you don’t fast during Ramadan in Egypt, lie about it; hide it. Otherwise, you might land in jail.
Read moreMake Ramadan torture-free in Egypt
It’s Ramadan, but the Egyptian police continue to practise brutality and torture. This year, they should set a better example.
Read moreThe fast and the furious
Police in Egypt are using Ramadan to target secularists. The government must do more to protect individual liberty.
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