Ayman Nour

Egypt’s April Vote Criticized as Port Said Rallies Escalate

Mohamed ElBaradei, a senior member of Egypt’s opposition, urged supporters to boycott parliamentary elections set to begin in April, while President Mohamed Mursi adjusted the voting schedule after complaints over a clash with Easter for the Coptic Christian minority.

Egyptians Protest for Fifth Day, Opposition Spurns Talks

Egyptian security forces clashed yesterday with protesters for a fifth day as the main opposition leaders snubbed a call for dialogue by President Mohamed Mursi.

Mursi Declares Emergency in 3 Egyptian Provinces Amid Unrest

Egypt’s President Mohamed Mursi declared a state of emergency and curfew in three provinces wracked by days of unrest that have killed almost 50, and said he was ready to take additional steps to protect the nation.

Mursi Under Fire From Islamists, Opposition After Dozens Killed

Small groups of protesters clashed with security forces in Cairo early today, raising the prospect of further bloodshed after 32 people were killed in fighting in Port Said and authorities warned that a state of emergency may be declared in the country.

Egypt’s Military Ruler Pardons Ayman Nour Ahead of Elections

The head of Egypt’s ruling military council pardoned Ayman Nour, opening the door for the politician imprisoned under Hosni Mubarak to contest presidential elections.

Egyptian President Mursi Expands Powers Ahead of Cairo Rally

Egypt’s president decreed his decisions are above review and ordered the retrial of former regime officials ahead of a planned mass protest against the Islamist-led government today in Cairo.

Egypt Opposition Leaders Form Committee to Negotiate With State

Egyptian opposition leaders formed a committee to negotiate their demands with the Egyptian government, said Ayman Nour , a politician and member of the committee.

Mubarak Orders Egyptian Army to Aid Police as Protests Against Rule Widen

Egyptian protesters clashed with police throughout the country and into the night, defying a curfew and setting fire to some buildings, in the biggest challenge to President Hosni Mubarak ’s 30-year rule.

Egyptian Opposition Leader Nour to Run for President, MENA Says

Egyptian opposition politician Ayman Nour, imprisoned on fraud charges after contesting the 2005 elections, said he will stand for president, the Middle East News Agency reported today.

Clinton Urges Egypt's President Mubarak to Hold `Free and Fair Elections'

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak hasn’t met demands for democratic reforms and that the U.S. expects “free and fair elections” to be held in the Mideast nation.

"What's happening now is dragging us into a major disaster."

- Ayman Nour on Feb 01, 2013

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