Egypt’s interim president Adley Mansour has instituted a new ban on protesting within the region, hit the jump for more!
(Photos) Alicia Keys, Pharrell, Swizz Beatz, Tamia & More Attend The 10th Annual Black Ball!
The 10th Annual Keep a Child Alive Black Ball at Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC took place last night [11/7]. The charity is to assist families and children in Africa and India affected by HIV. Founder, Alicia Keys showed up to for the night of music and funds with husband Swizz Beatz and oh-so-adorable son, Egypt. Others to attend the shindig were Pharrell, wife, Helen Lasichanh, Tamia and her husband Grant Hill, Maxwell, Clive Davis, and Gayle King. The charity has produced $18.5MiL for the cause. WOW! Great job! Hit the jump to check out the beauty in the room.
(Video) Protests In Egypt Leaves More Dead?!?
As protesting in Egypt continues so does the unfortunate death toll, Check out this video of the clash amongst security forces and protestors after the jump!
(Caught On Tape) Protesters In Egypt Push Police Truck Over Bridge!!
By now you’ve probably seen the results of the ongoing protests in Egypt. Now we also have an incident to view. During the political uprising, the police vehicle was pushed by angry rebels and fell several stories. In photos related to the video, possibly taken after, show two security guards laying near the truck. Check out video and the photos after the jump.
(Warning*Graphic*18+*Photos) Photos Of The Government Crackdown Of Protestors In Egypt, Over 200 Dead
Egypt has had a rollercoaster ride for the past two years, overthrowing a dictator, then overthrowing an elected President when they weren’t satisfied with him either. It’s now come down to the people versus the government, and civilians are coming out in record numbers to protest peacefully. Unfortunately, the armed forces have taken it into their hands to clear these sit-ins by firing at the masses and killing scores of Egyptians. These enraging actions have already been condemned by the United States, who ask the government to respect peaceful assembly and due process under law. The following photos will break your heart and are extremely graphic. Find them in the gallery.
(Video) Al Qaeda-Linked Threats Are The Reason U.S. Embassies Are Closing?!
Beginning August 4, U.S. Embassies around the world are closing down, including in Egypt. California Republican and chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Royce is saying that Al Qaeda-linked threats originates from the, “Middle East and in Central Asia.” CNN was told that the Obama administration was specifically keeping their eyes open for threats against the embassy in Sanaa, Yemen. Yemen has been cracking down on Al Qaeda, and President Obama plans on meeting with, Yemeni President, Abdo Rabu Mansour Hadi at the White House next week, so we’ll see where that goes. For now, hit the jump to get more details as well as the closing dates – via the U.S. Embassy’s Cairo twitter.
