First Person

Egypt: Renewed Violence in Tahrir Square

Activist says situation just like original uprising in January.

21 Nov 11

Exiled journalist describes the threats and intimidation directed against the local press.

24 Oct 11

Exultant Libyans say they feel reborn following the killing of Gaddafi who for so long cast a dark shadow over so many of his people.

21 Oct 11

Tensions grows after violence on October 9 which left 26 people dead and more than 300 injured.

11 Oct 11

He tells of months of suffering at the hands of the secret police.

10 Oct 11

Personal integrity and credibility of candidates likely to be more important than ideology.

6 Oct 11

If the opposition pursues an armed against the regime, the country might not survive.

27 Sep 11

Egyptian living in Jerusalem offers an intriguing take on Israeli society and the Palestinians.

26 Sep 11

Exiled Syrian recalls the economic misery and corruption that prompted him to leave the country.

15 Sep 11

There are fears violence will distract from aims of revolution and be used by government as excuse for crackdown.

13 Sep 11

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