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Ben Gilbert
Tunisia’s Democratic Intentions Questioned
Tunisia’s new government is now headed by the formerly-banned Islamist party called Ennahda. The government says it is focused on boosting the economy, but some worry that Ennahda says one thing while doing another.
Tunisians Fear Losing Secular Society
Tunisia’s practicing Muslims have begun asserting themselves on the streets, in politics and in the media.
Egypt’s Workers After the Revolution
In Egypt’s workers were a powerful force in bringing down Hosni Mubarak but now those workers are feeling the pinch of economic stagnation due to the country’s instability and the global recession.
Why Islamists Thrive in Rural Egypt
Election officials have announced some results of the initial stage of Egypt’s recent elections. Islamists are expected to dominate – chiefly the Muslim Brotherhood, but a more radical group may also do well.
Tunisia’s Jews And The Country’s New Rulers
The Islamic Ennahda party has the largest bloc in Tunisia’s new constitutional assembly. Critics of Ennahda worry it will change the country’s predominantly secular legal codes. Among those who could be hurt by a more conservative outlook are Tunisia’s Jews but they say they’re not worried, at least not yet.
Ex-Attorney-General Bakkour ‘Survives Attack’
The former attorney-general in Hama who disappeared last week has survived an attack.
Syria’s Economy Staggering
As the protests escalate in Syria, the country’s economy is taking a hit.
Syrian Protesters Celebrate Libyan Rebels in Tripoli
However, some Syrians are noting that Syria’s situation is different from Libya’s.
World Leaders Call For Syria’s President Assad To Step Down
President Obama: “The time has come for President Assad to step aside.”
How Syria’s State Media Report the Uprising
The Syrian government says it is fighting armed gangs who terrorize average citizens, and that the country is the target of an imperialist plot.
Assault On Syria Port Intensifies
Syrian forces are continuing their crackdown on protesters in the port city of Latakia for a third day, reportedly using tanks and gunboats.
Syrian Minorities Live on Knife’s Edge
Many are charging the Assad government with trying to stir up sectarian violence.
Lebanese Government Puts Chill on Free Expression
The Lebanese security forces have begun detaining human rights activists.
Syrian Army Continues Assault on Deir Al Zour
The continued violence came as several Gulf Arab states recalled their ambassadors.
Unlocked iPhones No Big Deal in Lebanon
In the Geo Quiz we’re looking for the name of the main street in Beirut where iPhones sell cheap.
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