Letter from Egyptian Socialists on the recent demonstrations in support of the Palestinians We have received this letter from socialists in Egypt regarding the recent mass movement in support of the Palestinian people that has received no coverage in the Western media.
The Tragedy of the Trade Union Elections in Egypt We received this article from a trade union activist in Egypt who reports on how the state security police have removed candidates in the trade union elections who are opposed to privatisation. It is quite clear that a very angry mood is developing among Egyptian workers and the state, in collaboration with the leaders of the trade unions, are attempting to stifle the growing opposition.