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Tensions flare between UAE and Muslim Brotherhood




Egypt - Shura Council's new legislative powers are worrying for many




Head of Libya's Copts speaks out on Misrata killing




Obama's pivot to Asia? Middle East will still demand attention in 2013




The Muslim Brotherhood claimed that the recent arrest of some of its members in the United Arab Emirates was unwarranted. Egypt's opposition liberal and secular groups prepared to create a new political party to contest upcoming parliamentary elections. A senior Muslim Brotherhood official said that Israel would cease to exist within a decade.




State prosecutors began investigating an Egyptian satirist, after he was accused of "undermining the status" of President Morsi. Islamists announced the formation of a new political party.




Egypt lets building material cross its border into Gaza




President Morsi warned the opposition against creating unrest. The opposition accused Islamists of trying to muzzle dissent. The economy faltered. Police in Matruh seized a carload of ammunition smuggled across the border from Libya.




Casting doubts: Afghan Taliban reject Kabul Ulema moot




Al Azhar rises in new Egypt




Prosecutors ordered an investigation into opposition leaders over allegations that they planned to overthrow the government. An Islamist group in Sinai threatened to launch a crusade against drug use and cigarette smoking. Two ministers resigned over economic reforms.




Egypt's election committee announced that the referendum had approved a new constitution. President Morsi signed the constitution into law. A Freedom and Justice Party official said a cabinet reshuffle is likely.




Egypt opposition faces reality of rising Islamist power




Afghans seek policewoman's motive for killing US contractor




Egyptian forces intercept 17 rockets headed for Gaza




The Egyptian Army in northern Sinai thwarted an attempt to smuggle rockets into Gaza. Demonstrations were held in Cairo denouncing alleged rigging of the constitutional referendum. Egyptian judges began investigating the allegations.




As Egypt Constitution Passes, New Fights Lie Ahead




As Egypt Constitution Passes, New Fights Lie Ahead




Egyptian voters approved a new constitution, preliminary results showing 64% voted in favor. Opposition groups claimed election fraud and said that they would continue their protests. An opposition coalition said it would form a single political party.




Egyptian Vote on Constitution Sets Up New Stage of Factions' Struggle