In June 2012 Egypt democratically elected its first head of state, Mohammed Morsi of the Muslim Brotherhood. Morsi's term as President lasted less than one year before he was ousted by the Egyptian military in the spring of 2013. Morsi's supporters have since rebelled against the military sending the country into a state of of near civil war.
31% Yes |
69% No |
28% Yes |
35% No |
3% Yes, the faster the Egyptian military can regain power the sooner the violence will end |
30% No, we should stay out of this |
5% No, the Muslim Brotherhood won control of the Egyptian government in a democratic election and Australia should support its cause |
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@4YKNF3T3yrs3Y
Muslims have nothing to do with terrorism. ISIS and terrorist organisations are the issue. Not Muslims
@8XLWHR92yrs2Y
Democracy should be supported, neither religion or military should have power
@8DML7QD4yrs4Y
No country should be governed based on religion so the Muslim brotherhood should be stopped
@99YJYS41yr1Y
I don't understand how this is at all relevant to Australian politics. Complex geopolitical issues warrant nuanced and extended discussion, not knee-jerk judgements. Foreign policy is not nearly as relevant as the observable fact that our government is set up not to benefit the people, but to enrich the powerful.
@96NCDT32yrs2Y
Australia needs to be mindful of what side they are funding either assisting the complete control of Egypt by one governing body or have the country plunge into anarchy
@93R3M8Y2yrs2Y
Backing should be commensurate with need
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In a significant move towards de-escalation, the Israeli military has announced the withdrawal of additional ground troops from the southern Gaza Strip, signaling a potential shift in the ongoing conflict dynamics. This strategic decision leaves only one brigade in the area, marking a notable reduction in military presence six months after the commencement of its offensive operations. The announcement came ahead of new ceasefire talks set to be hosted by Egypt, highlighting the role of international mediation in seeking a resolution to the prolonged conflict.The withdrawal of troops is seen as a gesture of goodwill by Israel, aiming to facilitate the upcoming negotiations and demonstrate its commitment to finding a peaceful solution. However, the situation remains tense as rockets were fired from Gaza into Israel just hours after the troop reduction, underscoring the fragile nature of the ceasefire efforts and the challenges that lie ahead in achieving lasting peace.Egypt's involvement as a mediator underscores its pivotal role in the region and its ongoing efforts to broker peace between Israel and Gaza. The international community watches closely, hopeful that this new round of talks will lead to a significant breakthrough in the conflict that has long plagued the region. The reduction of troops and the initiation of ceasefire talks represent critical steps towards de-escalation, but the path to peace remains fraught with uncertainty.As the situation develops, the world awaits the outcomes of the Egypt-hosted talks, hopeful for a resolution that can bring an end to the violence and suffering. The reduction of Israel's military presence in southern Gaza is a move that could pave the way for meaningful dialogue and, ultimately, a lasting peace agreement. However, the recent rocket fire serves as a stark reminder of the complexities and challenges that must be overcome to achieve such a goal.The international community continues to call for restraint and constructive engagement from all parties involved, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and dialogue in resolving the conflict. As the region stands at a critical juncture, the actions taken in the coming days will be crucial in determining the prospects for peace and stability in Gaza and beyond.
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Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh says that his terror group at war with Israel is sticking to its conditions for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, including a complete Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza.Israeli officials visited Egypt earlier this week in a renewed effort to secure a deal, but a Palestinian official close to mediation efforts says there are no signs of a breakthrough.“We are committed to our demands: a permanent ceasefire, a comprehensive and complete withdrawal of the enemy out of the Gaza Strip, the return of all displaced people to their homes, allowing all aid needed for our people in Gaza, rebuilding the Strip, lifting the blockade and achieving an honorable prisoner exchange deal,” Haniyeh says in a televised speech marking Al-Quds (Jerusalem) Day.In recent months, negotiators indicated that Hamas was privately willing to compromise on its demand for a permanent ceasefire in favor of a phased deal that would start with a six-week truce during which the sides would agree to negotiate something more sustainable.
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Rafah has swelled in size in the last months as Palestinians in Gaza have fled fighting in nearly every other corner of the territory. The town is covered in tents.“We need to make sure that 1.4 million people or at least a significant amount of the 1.4 million will move. Where? To humanitarian islands that we will create with the international community,” Hagari told reporters at a briefing.Hagari said those islands would provide temporary housing, food, water and other necessities to evacuated Palestinians. He did not say when Rafah’s evacuation would occur, nor when the Rafah offensive would begin, saying that Israel wanted the timing to be right operationally and to be coordinated with neighboring Egypt, which has said it does not want an influx of displaced Palestinians crossing its border.The Israeli military said Wednesday it plans to direct a significant portion of the 1.4 million displaced Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip’s southernmost town of Rafah toward “humanitarian islands” in the center of the territory ahead of its planned offensive in the area.The fate of the people in Rafah has been a major area of concern of Israel’s allies — including the United States — and humanitarian groups, worried an offensive in the region densely crowded with so many displaced people would be a catastrophe. Rafah is also Gaza’s main entry point for desperately needed aid.
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