| The Nile: The Politics of Survival ▲ |
| July 12, 2010 |
| In the 5th century B.C., Greek historian Herodotus called Egypt the "gift of the Nile" a country which remains until today almost totally dependent on the Nile waters for survival. Internal and external developments now threaten Egypt's critical relationship to the Nile. PI Online examines the international and domestic politics that are shaping a natural resource crisis. |
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The Arab/Islamic View of Obama
From Euphoria to Skepticism [PI-564] ■ ▲ |
| December 30, 2008 |
| In a very short period, the Arab/Muslim world went from euphoria to guarded skepticism about Obama's presidency. PI Online examines the views of Arab analysts that reflect various reasons for this shift. |
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| The Futility of Religious Dialogues ▲ |
| June 26, 2008 |
| PI Online supports Pakynam Al-Sharqawi's assertion that cultural dialogues between the West and the Muslim world are more effective than inter-faith dialogues. Religious dialogues like those initiated by the Vatican and Saudi Arabia generate little interest in the population and have no lasting effect. |
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| PI 909 - The Changing Face of Jihad - Culture Trumps Ideology ▲ |
| April 17, 2008 |
| PI Online examines Hossam Tammam's article outlining the changing faces of Jihad and the diminishing influence of the Egyptian faction in Al-Qaeda movement. He seems to confirm Marc Sageman's earlier observation that the cultural relationship between members of the Jihadi movement rather than ideology remains the most influential factor in recruitment. |
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PI 551 - It's the Economy Stupid...As Riots Break out in Egypt
The Muslim Brotherhood is Sidelined ■ ▲ |
| April 08, 2008 |
| PI Online examines the complex question of the Muslim Brotherhood's refusal to participate in organized protests or the municipal elections. Is the Brotherhood out of touch? |
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| PI 906 - Perspectives on Jihad ■■ ▲ |
| December 08, 2007 |
| Seven analysts reflect upon Dr. Fadl's re-examination of the Jihadi Movement -
Is violent Jihad inherent in Salafi dogma or is it the intersection of dogma and socio-political conditions
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PI 904 - Jihad in Foreign Lands and the Ideology of takfir
Moderating Jihadi Activities in Egypt and the World (7-10) ■ ▲ |
| December 05, 2007 |
| Dr. Fadl examines the restrictions imposed on Jihad for Muslims living in foreign countries and the ideology of takfir |
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| [PI 903] Moderating Jihadi Activities in Egypt and the World (4-6) & Initial Reactions ■ ▲ |
| November 28, 2007 |
| Dr. Fadl points out that ''Allah does not forbid you, with regard to those who have not fought you in your faith nor driven you out of your home, from dealing kindly and justly with them, for Allah loves those who are just'' Al-Mumtahinah 8. The debate over his recent manuscript begins. |
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| [PI 902] Moderating Jihadi Activities in Egypt and the World (1 - 3) ■ ▲ |
| November 25, 2007 |
Is Dr. Fadl becoming a moderate? He still advocates Jihad but opposes violence. Is it a permanent or a temporary accomodation in position.
PI Online analyzes his most recent, controversial writings. |
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[PI 901] -The Man Who Once Ruled the ''Islamic Jihad'' Speaks Out
SPECIAL SERIES ■ ▲ |
| November 19, 2007 |
| Zawahiri criticizes his former companion and secret Emir of the Jihadi movement, Dr. Fadl. - PI Online begins a series analyzing his writings presently being published with an examination of the enigmatic Dr. Fadl . |
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