Section One: Egyptian Political PartiesIntroduction:
The pro-government parties have focused this month on declaring their support for the new government, despite facing widespread opposition due to its reliance on inexperienced individuals and doubts about the qualifications and competence of some of its members, with Mostafa Madbouly remaining in his position as Prime Minister.
As for the opposition parties, most of them have been preoccupied with criticizing this government, without presenting clear alternatives to what the government proposes.
Homeland Future Party (Mostaqbal Watan Party):
The party has consistently maintained its supportive policies for the state’s decisions and policies. The party’s parliamentary body has focused on supporting the new government’s program and the selection of new governors. The party also continued its service role by working to solve some individual problems of citizens and contributing to providing some job opportunities for youth.
Some of the party’s notable service activities included:
● A public meeting in Sharqia to receive citizens’ requests, understand their demands and problems, and coordinate between them and the executive authorities.
● The party also announced 900 new jobs as part of the “Our Youth” initiative, which the party launched to provide job opportunities for youth.
Homeland Protectors Party (Humat El Watan Party):
The party continued its policy of supporting the government, as it announced its welcome to the new government and the new governors and approved the government’s program, while also providing some services to citizens, such as health services.
● On July 11, the party inaugurated a new headquarters in Sohag and opened 6 party units to serve citizens, aiming to expand its reach and attain a larger popular base.
● The party also organized the “Million Health” initiative in the Al Amal City (formerly Ezbet El-Hagana), aiming to provide health services to underprivileged citizens.
● On July 23, the party announced the holding of a conference on Jobs and Skills of the Future “Towards Sustainable Development,” with participation from ministers and several ambassadors. The conference discussed opportunities for fourth-generation education, the future of jobs in light of artificial intelligence, and the transition of Egypt’s workforce from local to global.
The Constitution Party (Al Dostour Party):
The party resumed its usual activities this month, after completing the organizational restructuring and forming committees to draft the party’s program and internal regulations. The party participated in seminars and political meetings, especially joint activities with the civil movement.
On July 2, the party’s political club held its monthly meeting at the Cairo Secretariat headquarters, hosting writer and historian Dr. Ammar Ali Hassan. The evening was titled “The Political Culture of Egyptians between Continuity and Change in Light of June 30, 2013,” marking the eleventh anniversary of June 30, 2013.
On July 9, the party hosted a meeting for the civil movement and several of its leaders. The meeting discussed preparations for the parliamentary elections.
On July 13, the party’s political bureau decided to form a committee to draft the party’s vision and program for 2024. The committee is to complete the draft program to present to the General Assembly at the end of September.
On July 17, the party organized a meeting with Engineer Samir Elish, a former leader of the Kifaya movement. The meeting was attended by several leaders of civil parties and discussed the sugar industry in Upper Egypt, its past and present, and its impact on the local economy and communities.
Popular Socialist Alliance Party:
The party engaged in opposing government policies that negatively impact citizens’ lives. It issued statements condemning the government’s economic and security policies and maintained participation in the activities of the Democratic Civil Movement.
July began with a seminar at its main headquarters in Cairo titled “The Islamic Movement in Sudan (Past, Present, and Future)” with the participation of Sudanese researcher Yassin Al-Sawar and journalist Khaled Mahmoud.
The party then issued its monthly pamphlet titled “The January Revolution after 13 Years – The Difficult Path of an Unfinished Revolution.”
On July 15, Medhat Al-Zahed, the party’s president, announced that the coalition is consulting with various forces to launch the Popular Campaign to Protect Egypt Assets and the Constitution. He confirmed that the party is considering launching the Egyptian Popular Campaign to protect Egyptian assets and properties from being sold.
The party also expressed solidarity with the residents of El Warraq Island, who are resisting state attempts to evict them in favor of businessmen and foreign investors.
In defense of the students detained for showing solidarity with Palestine, the party issued a statement following the announcement of a list of those released by decision of the Public Prosecution. While the party welcomed the release decision, it deemed it insufficient and called for the release of all political detainees.
Bread and Freedom Party (Under Establishment):
The party held its first founding conference and conducted elections for party bodies, steps towards completing the legal declaration of the party. The party also continued its activities supporting the poor and opposing government policies, especially economic decisions that increase burdens on the poor.
On June 29, the party issued a statement regarding the formation of the new government, considering it a provocative insistence on continuing the same policies that impoverished Egyptians, plundered their savings and natural resources, and confiscated their sovereignty over their political decisions. The party described the new government as a government of impoverishment, indebtedness, and disregard for the sovereignty of the people.
On July 10, the party signed a solidarity statement with Sudanese refugees, welcoming Sudanese brothers in their country and expressing strong condemnation of all hate speech and forms of racism practiced against them amidst a suspiciously escalating wave of racism.
The party also condemned the arrest of cartoonist Ashraf Omar, following the publication of cartoons criticizing government decisions. The statement denounced the ongoing security policy of persecuting journalists.
Egyptian Social Democratic Party:
The party’s performance declined during July, focusing on the activities of its representatives in parliament and their opposition to the new government and the continuation of previous policies.
On July 11, Maha Abdel Nasser, a member of parliament from the party, submitted an inquiry regarding the lack of a clear government vision for overcoming the energy crisis.
On July 18, the party issued a statement rejecting the government’s statement presented to parliament. The statement outlined the criticisms made by the party’s representatives in parliament, who considered the government’s statement to be mere rhetoric without implementation mechanisms. The representatives refused to grant confidence to the new government.
Conservatives Party (Al Mohafezeen Party):
The party continued its support for the Palestinian cause and condemned the Israeli crimes in Gaza. It also engaged in the activities of the civil movement to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections in a unified manner with opposition parties.
On July 3, the party organized a discussion session titled “The 2014 Constitution: Its Pros and Cons,” with participation from several experts and members of opposition parties.
On July 6, the party’s labor sector organized a seminar discussing the book “A Unique Woman” by Aida Fahmy, with author Intisar Badr, at the party’s main headquarters. The seminar discussed the role of pioneering women in the history of Egyptian political and cultural life.
On July 15, the party’s conservative members issued a statement condemning the attempted assassination of former U.S. President Donald Trump, which occurred during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
The party also condemned the arrest of journalist and cartoonist Ashraf Omar, which occurred days after the arrest of journalist Khaled Mamdouh, and called for the release of journalists and all political detainees.
El Wafd Party:
The most significant event of the month was the party’s focus on addressing the crisis caused by the spread of a video featuring three of its members discussing the smuggling of artifacts on social media, which stirred anger against the party and its members. The party decided to expel the members featured in the video in an attempt to mitigate the negative effects of the video’s circulation on the party.
The Democratic Civil Movement:
The movement was active throughout July in preparing for the upcoming electoral processes. The plan is for the movement to contest the upcoming local and parliamentary elections in a unified manner. The parties comprising the movement engaged in preparing agreed-upon electoral programs and selecting candidates from all parties to participate in the elections under the movement’s banner.
On July 9, the Movement’s Board of Trustees issued several decisions regarding the movement’s participation in the upcoming parliamentary elections. These decisions included introducing a nomination form under the movement’s name, forming a committee to establish election mechanisms, drafting an electoral program for the movement, and expanding the movement’s political activities.
On July 14, the movement issued a statement of solidarity with former presidential candidate Abdel Moneim Aboul Fotouh, following confirmation from his family about the deterioration of his health in prison. The movement called for his release, as well as the release of all those detained in relation to cases of freedom of expression in Egypt.
On July 21, the movement conducted a training session for young members of parties and independents on local elections. The training covered constitutional and legal aspects of local governance, the relationship between local government and administrative concepts, and the oversight tools for local councils.
The Current of Hope Party (Tayyar Al-Amal) (“Under Establishment”):
Since the decision by the Current of Hope, which was formed following Ahmed Tantawi’s participation in the presidential elections, to establish a party, the current’s cadres have engaged in organizational and political activities. The current has formed a founding committee to complete the legal establishment procedures, while simultaneously participating in political activities as an opposition party.
On July 4, the party issued a statement regarding the cabinet reshuffle, criticizing the new government for including questionable individuals. The statement also criticized the continuation of policies, noting that the changes were only focused on personnel and not on policy. The party expressed the need for a rescue government to address the consequences of the misguided policies that have harmed the people.
On July 13, the party issued a statement addressing the developments in Ahmed Tantawi’s case, who is imprisoned on charges of falsifying popular mandates to run for the presidency against President Sisi. The statement included Tantawi’s lawyer’s decision to appeal the prison sentence.
The party also issued a statement welcoming the International Court of Justice’s decision, which deemed Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories before 1967 as illegal and called for Israel to withdraw from the occupied territories and compensate the Palestinians. The statement considered the decision as a result of the brave Palestinian resistance.
The Revolutionary Socialists Movement:
The movement continued to support the Palestinian resistance and promote the activities of the global solidarity movement with Palestine. It also announced its opposition to government policies that harm the interests of the poor.
On July 11, the movement called for a campaign against the militarization of the state, in response to the rejection of several candidates for judicial positions due to obesity, as well as the military institution’s involvement in training judges and selecting who remains in office. The movement viewed this as militarization of the judiciary and subjugation to military authority.
The movement also expressed its solidarity with the residents of El Warraq Island, supporting their protests against the eviction of the island’s inhabitants and its handover to Gulf investors.
On July 20, the movement participated in a day of solidarity with Palestine organized by the Journalists’ Syndicate. The event saw a large number of public figures, movements, and political parties joining to express solidarity with the Palestinian people who are undergoing a genocide.
The movement issued a statement condemning the arrest of journalist and cartoonist Ashraf Omar, noting that the arrest occurred on the eve of discussions about pretrial detention in the national dialogue. The statement added that the release of some detainees was an attempt to improve the regime’s image, and called for the release of Ashraf Omar and all detainees.
Section 2: Professional and Labor Unions in Egypt
Professional Unions:
The Journalists’ Syndicate
The Journalists Syndicate Council decided to appoint Dr. Wahid Abdel Meguid as the General Secretary for the Sixth General Conference of Journalists. The Council also appointed Abdullah Abdel Salam as the coordinator of the Future of Journalism Committee, Abdel Fattah Al-Jebali as the coordinator of the Economics of Journalism Committee, and Mohamed Basal as the coordinator of the Legislation and Freedoms Committee.
The Council selected an advisory committee for the conference representing various currents and press institutions, comprising nearly 100 journalists, including all former heads: Galal Arif, Mamdouh El-Wali, Diaa Rashwan, Yehia Qallash, and Abdel Mohsen Salama. The Council decided to invite the advisory body, the conference’s General Secretary, and the committee coordinators to a meeting to determine the date as soon as possible to finalize the conference’s vision, work plan, and schedule.
The Syndicate organized a roundtable on the “New Labor Law Project” titled “For a Fair Labor Law.” Participants included Ahmed Hassan El-Borai, former Minister of Labor; Ehab Mansour, Deputy Chairman of the Labor Force Committee in the House of Representatives; Kamal Abbas, Director of the Labor and Trade Union Services House; and economist Elhamy El-Mirghani.
The Journalists Syndicate submitted several communications to the Public Prosecutor regarding the conditions of detained journalists and the urgent medical needs of some of them, including journalists Ahmed Sebeih, Hamdi El-Zaiem, Hussein Kareem, and Mahmoud Diab. The Syndicate called for the immediate release of all prisoners of conscience and the Syndicate’s members.
The head of the Journalists Syndicate welcomed the Supreme Constitutional Court’s ruling, which confirmed the prohibition of imprisoning individuals for crimes of defamation against public officials through publication. He emphasized that the ruling represents a victory for press freedom and for the Egyptian Constitution, which aims to prevent imprisonment in publishing cases.
The Syndicate submitted a request to the Public Prosecutor for the release of journalist and politician Ahmed El-Tantawi pending the resolution of the appeal filed by his lawyers against his prison sentence.
The head of the Syndicate met with the leadership of the African Security Company, responsible for securing Egyptian stadiums during football matches, to apologize to journalist Kirellos Salah from “Sada El-Balad” tv channel for the behavior of two security personnel towards him following a match between Al-Ahly and Pyramids in the Premier League a few days prior.
The Press Syndicate filed a request with the Public Prosecutor to reveal the whereabouts of journalist Khaled Mamdouh Mohamed after receiving a complaint from his family. The complaint indicated that he was arrested from his home in Mokattam on the morning of July 16, 2024, despite his family’s confirmation that he worked as the editor of “MBC Egypt,” had numerous articles and writings, and had no political activities or affiliations.
The Journalists Syndicate organized a solidarity day with the Palestinian people and condemned all shameful international complicity that undermines international laws and treaties.
The Egyptian Doctors Syndicate:
The Doctors Syndicate has decided to call its members to attend the regular General Assembly on Friday, July 12, due to the quorum not being met during the initial call on June 28 at the General Syndicate headquarters in Cairo.
Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, the Secretary-General of the Doctors Syndicate, noted that the agenda of the upcoming General Assembly includes several contentious issues that have sparked debate recently, such as doctors’ pensions and amendments related to the Ethics Committee.
Additionally, the General Syndicate of Doctors announced an interest-free “Good Loan” to assist young doctors in covering wedding expenses and completing postgraduate studies. The winners will be selected through a public lottery held at the General Syndicate headquarters in Cairo on Friday, July 12, 2024.
The Egyptian Lawyers Syndicate:
The Lawyers Syndicate announced the formation of a committee to draft a new law for the legal profession to address deficiencies in the current law. The draft will be presented to all lawyers for their input.
The Lawyers Syndicate announced the resolution of the case of lawyer “Shaimaa Kh.”, who was arrested on the grounds that she was allegedly speaking incoherently while walking in Tahrir Square. According to reports within legal circles, the lawyer was stopped by a police officer from the Qasr El-Nil police station, who noted in his report that she was speaking incoherently. She was then arrested and referred to the prosecution, which ordered her to be placed in a mental health hospital for a medical evaluation.
Members of the Lawyers Syndicate Council intervened and communicated with the Public Prosecutor’s Office, resulting in a decision to release the lawyer to her brother with a commitment to her treatment. The incident stirred concerns among many lawyers, who emphasized that the arrest of lawyers was unlawful and that the Lawyers Syndicate was not notified.
The Egyptian Engineers Syndicate:
The Sustainable Development Committee of the General Engineers Syndicate organized a workshop titled “Architectural Competitions and Their Relation to Sustainable Development.” The workshop featured presentations by Engineer Ahmed Bati, the founder of the architectural school in Egypt, and Engineer Aya Al-Saeed, a lecturer in the Department of Architecture at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University.
“Ragheb” emphasized that this event is the first in a series of workshops aimed at highlighting the importance of architectural competitions and the benefits they provide to young engineers. She also mentioned that the Sustainable Development Committee will soon prepare a workshop on sustainable development, through which final-year students and recent graduates will learn about the significance and dimensions of sustainable development.
The recent General Assembly of the Engineers Syndicate decided to increase pensions for engineers, marking the second increase in the past six months.
The Doctors’ Syndicate:
The General Assembly of the Syndicate approved amendments to some provisions of the Code of Professional Conduct, specifically Articles 8 and 15, to permit the practice of telemedicine.
After extensive discussions on the Medical Liability Law draft, the General Assembly agreed to the amendments and observations proposed by the Syndicate Council in collaboration with the Dentists Syndicate and the branch syndicates. These changes pertain to the draft Medical Liability Law submitted by the Cabinet, in preparation for discussions in the House of Representatives.
The Syndicate issued a statement praising the response of officials and the restoration of the dignity of Dr. Samar Anwar, following an apology from Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly. The apology came after Dr. Anwar, an emergency room doctor at Al-Maragha Hospital in Sohag, was unjustly mistreated by Sohag Governor General Abdel Fattah Siraj.
The Veterinary Doctors Syndicate
The General Council of the Veterinary Doctors Syndicate praised the appointment of Dr. Manal Awad Mikhaeil as the Minister of Local Development, noting that she is the first woman in Egypt’s history to hold this position. The Council highlighted that she is a “daughter of the veterinary profession.”
Labor Unions:
Egyptian Trade Union Federation (ETUF):
The head of the General Syndicate for Workers in Agriculture, Irrigation, Fishing, and Land Reclamation stated that there are several key demands for workers in general and for the Syndicate’s sectors in particular. These include the continued expansion and increase of agricultural projects nationwide, which positively impacts food security, provides job opportunities for youth, and enhances agricultural exports to support foreign currency reserves for Egypt.
He also called for the implementation of social and health insurance for all workers, especially irregular workers, given the contributions made by contractors to insurance schemes. Additionally, he emphasized the need for a new labor law to ensure stability in the work environment and proposed extending the syndicate’s term from 4 to 5 years, similar to the terms of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
The General Syndicate of Workers in Construction and Wood:
The General Syndicate of Workers in Construction and Wood organized a workshop for the Ceramic Sector on union skills and collective bargaining. Dr. Niazi Mustafa, an expert in labor legislation, provided a detailed explanation of the skills needed for union leadership, particularly in relation to communication and collective bargaining, to ensure a suitable work environment.
Workers at Alexandria Construction Company postponed a planned protest to demand wage increases and improved health insurance after the company’s management decided to grant workers an unusual official holiday.
Alexandria Construction, part of the Talaat Moustafa Group, recently reported significant profits. The group announced in May that Talaat Moustafa achieved unprecedented results across all its activities. In the real estate sector alone, contract sales exceeded EGP 115.3 billion by May 2024, compared to EGP 43 billion during the same period the previous year. In July, Talaat Moustafa Holding secured reservations worth EGP 60 billion for the “South Mid” project on the North Coast within just 12 hours of opening reservations, even before the project’s official launch..
The Center for Trade Union and Workers Services (CTUWS)
The Center for Trade Union and Workers Services has called for the health release of Sameh Zakaria Ramadan, an ambulance worker imprisoned in connection with case number 2412 for the year 2022, following the extension of his detention.
CTUWS organized a training course in Port Said on social insurance, attended by 15 workers, including 8 women from the investment area. The course covered the basics of social insurance, its philosophy, and its origins in protecting workers from work-related accidents. It also addressed the differences between social insurance, social protection, and social security, including their respective roles. Additionally, the session discussed the role of the Social Insurance Authority, its board composition, and representation of workers and pensioners.
In collaboration with the Committee for the Defense of Trade Union Freedoms and Workers’ Rights, the Center for Trade Union and Workers Services held a discussion panel to review workers’ perspectives on current government policies and their demands for the future. The discussion included representatives from labor unions, leaders from the Solidarity of Trade Unions Federation, and representatives from labor offices within participating political parties. The participants agreed that the cabinet reshuffle could be positive if the Ministry of Labor changes its policy towards trade union freedoms, according to a statement from the Center for Trade Union and Workers Services.
Section Three: Human Rights Organizations:
First: The most important activities, publications and initiatives of human rights institutions
National Council for Human Rights:
On June 27, 2024, the National Council hosted a delegation to discuss the current situation and the violations faced by the Palestinian people.
On July 17, 2024, the Economic Committee of the National Council held a workshop for employees of the Ministry of Finance, in accordance with the joint cooperation protocol.
The Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR)
On July 4, 2024, the initiative published an infographic on its Facebook page detailing the death sentences issued in May 2024, which included 34 defendants.
The Egyptian Center for Economic and Social Rights
On July 10, 2024, the Egyptian Center published on its Facebook page solutions and measures that the Egyptian state should implement to protect workers from sun exposure, which can sometimes lead to fatalities.
On July 17, the Egyptian Center republished the research paper titled “Legislative Regulation of Certain Hazardous Industries and the Legal Protection Established to Mitigate Their Environmental Impact,” including methods for dealing with and compensating for the resulting damages.
Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms
On July 14, 2024, the Egyptian Commission announced that all court fees required for the sentencing of the defendants in the case widely known as the “Popular Powers of Attorney” case—supporters and members of the presidential candidate Ahmed Tantawi’s campaign—had been paid, and called for their immediate release.
On July 16, the Commission stated that Amnesty International had urged the Egyptian Public Prosecution to urgently release journalist Tawfiq Ghoneim. It emphasized that the concerned authorities should provide adequate medical care and ensure that his detention conditions meet international standards, noting that he was deprived of medical care and is held in pre-trial detention under case number 238 of 2021, State Security High Court.
On July 22, the Commission published a statement regarding death sentences issued during 2023, noting that 454 death sentences were handed down in various stages of trials across different criminal cases from January to December 2023.
Center for Trade Union and Workers Services (CTUWS)
On July 2, 2024, the Center for Trade Union and Workers Services announced that the Public Transport Authority had taken an administrative decision to dismiss five employees due to a “poor” performance evaluation report. The foundation declared its support and solidarity with the dismissed workers.
On July 14, CTUWS called for participation in a discussion session titled “What Do Workers Want from the New Government?” The session focused on a new labor law and the state of trade union freedoms.
On July 18 and 19, the Labor Services Foundation organized a training course in Port Said on social insurance, attended by 15 workers, including 8 women from the investment area.
Centre for Egyptian Women Legal Assistance (CEWLA)
On July 4, 2024, the Committee on Public Participation for Women held a workshop on “Gender and Governance” with representatives of partner organizations and a group of women stakeholders in Sohag Governorate.
On July 7, the Committee for Combating Violence against Women conducted a workshop on “Psychological Safety and Self-Compassion Mechanisms” for the institution’s staff.
On July 10, the Committee for Combating Violence held an awareness seminar for women and girls in the Boulaq El-Dakrour area on “Legal Protection Mechanisms and Reporting in Cases of Cyber Extortion.”
On July 18, the Access to Justice Committee organized an awareness seminar for 30 women in collaboration with the Family and Childhood Association in the Giza area on “The Egyptian Constitution, Discriminatory Laws, and Personal Status Laws.”
On July 20, the Committee on Sexual and Reproductive Rights conducted a 3-day training workshop with 27 health service providers on “Sexual and Reproductive Health Issues from a Gender and Rights Perspective” at the Boulaq El-Dakrour Health Administration.
On July 24, the legal workshop, which lasted from July 22 to 24, concluded with the aim of drafting a proposed law for the establishment of a Commission to Combat Discrimination..
Technology and Law Community – Masaar:
On July 1, 2024, Masar published a paper discussing various issues related to the platform economy with a focus on the Egyptian context.
On July 8, Masar released an explanatory note on the “Absence of Insurance Coverage for Workers in the Platform Economy.” This note addresses the legal issue of the lack of insurance coverage for workers in the platform economy in light of the new Social Insurance and Pensions Law.
On July 15, Masar published a paper titled “Strategies for the Telecommunications and Information Technology Sector: A Critical Review and Recommendations.” This paper provides a critical review of several key strategies for the telecommunications and information technology sector.
On July 22, Masar also published a paper on “How Big Data Can Enhance the Efficiency of the Service Sector in Egypt,” discussing the potential benefits of effectively utilizing big data in the Egyptian context..
The New Woman Foundation:
On July 1, 2024, The New Woman Foundation organized a workshop on Sustainable Development 2030 from a gender perspective with unions and civil society organizations.
On July 2, the Sabaya Al-Kheir Association, in collaboration with The New Woman Foundation, organized a workshop titled “Digital Safety” in Alexandria.
On July 8, the Safina Initiative in Alexandria organized a workshop titled “Unified Violence Prevention Law for Combating Violence Against Women,” as part of the “Protecting Women is a Priority” campaign.
The Association for Freedom of Thought and Expression (AFTE):
On July 25, the Association for Freedom of Thought and Expression published a report on the public policies of Egyptian authorities and various agencies regarding the right to freedom of thought and expression, freedom of the press and media, freedom of artistic expression and creativity, digital freedom of expression, academic freedom, and student rights. The report documented and recorded violations related to these rights from April 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024.
Joint Human Rights Activities:
On July 8, the Anti-Discrimination Commission’s working group held its first press conference to announce the establishment of the task force and its plan to advance the Anti-Discrimination Commission law. This commission, formed by institutions, initiatives, and individuals, focuses on the constitutional mandate for the creation of an Anti-Discrimination Commission as outlined in the 2014 Constitution.
On July 24, human rights organizations reported that the number of people arrested in connection with the planned “Revolution of Dignity” protests scheduled for July 12 had risen to 125.
On July 25, the Egyptian Commission condemned the recent attack on political activist and poet Ahmed Douma following the release of his poetry collection “Curly.” The attack led to fatwas against him, the cancellation of his book launch event, and the confiscation of the book from the publisher’s booth at the Cairo International Book Fair. The book remains banned from publication and distribution.
Secondly: Violations and Harassment
1- Renewal of Detention:
On July 2, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court decided to renew the detention of Mohamed Al-Qassas, the Deputy Chairman of the Strong Egypt Party (Masr El Qaweya), for 45 days pending investigation in case No. 786 of 2020 (State Security).
On July 3, the Supreme State Security Prosecution decided to extend the detention of labor activist Shady Ali and others for another 15 days in case No. 1644 of 2024 (State Security), due to their support for the Palestinian cause.
The Supreme State Security Prosecution also decided to renew the detention of students Mazen Ahmed Daraz and Ziad Mohamed Al-Basyouni for 15 days pending investigation in case No. 1941 of 2024 (State Security), following their involvement in the “Students for Palestine” movement.
On July 7, the Supreme State Security Prosecution decided to renew the detention of Ahmed Abdel Fattah, the assistant secretary-general of the East Delta Transport and Tourism Workers’ Committee, for 15 days pending investigation in case No. 2124 of 2023 (State Security). On July 21, the prosecution decided to extend his detention for another 15 days.
On July 8, the Supreme State Security Prosecution decided to renew the detention of Ahmed Hamdi El-Sayed Suleiman, known as “Ahmed Gika,” for 15 days pending investigation in case No. 165 of 2024 (State Security). On July 15, during his first session before the criminal court held in the deliberation chamber, his detention was extended for 45 days.
On July 9, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court decided to renew the detention of ambulance worker Sameh Zakaria Ramadan for 45 days pending investigation in case No. 2412 of 2022 (State Security).
On July 14, following insistence from lawyers to check on the health condition of activist Sherif Al-Rouby, who had missed two previous sessions due to his poor health, the court renewed his detention for another 45 days pending investigation in case No. 1634 of 2022 (State Security), after ensuring his attendance and well-being.
On July 23, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court decided to renew the detention of photojournalist Hamdy Al-Zaeem for another 45 days pending investigation in case No. 955 of 2020 (State Security).
On July 24, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court renewed the detention of human rights lawyer Ahmed Nazeer El-Helou and 16 others in various State Security cases for another 45 days.
The Supreme State Security Prosecution also investigated cartoonist Ashraf Omar and decided to detain him for 15 days pending investigation in case No. 1968 of 2024 (State Security)..
2- Judicial Rulings
On July 9, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court decided to renew the detention of poet Galal El-Behairy for 45 days pending investigation in case No. 2000 of 2021 (State Security), despite the defendant not attending the session.
The court also decided to renew the detention of activist Ahmed Abdel Mageed Orabi for 45 days pending investigation in case No. 2094 of 2022 (State Security).
On July 21, the Supreme State Security Prosecution decided to detain journalist Khaled Mamdouh Mohamed Ibrahim for 15 days pending investigation in case No. 1282 of 2024 (State Security), following his six-day enforced disappearance.
On July 23, the Labor Court ruled in favor of journalist Somaya A.M., awarding her compensation for unfair dismissal, notice period compensation, back pay, and accrued leave against the newspaper “Al-Tariq.”
3- Trials
On July 3, the Cairo Terrorism Criminal Court decided to postpone the case of Dr. Ahmed Shoukry Okasha, former head of the Veterinary Syndicate in Damietta, to a session in the second week of October.
On July 22, the court ruled in favor of Dr. Manar El-Tantawy in her appeal against the negative decision of the Higher Institute of Technology in 10th of Ramadan City for failing to implement the Administrative Court’s ruling in case No. 61520 of the 75th judicial year, which affirmed her right to obtain the professorship. This was after security authorities refused her promotion due to her being the wife of former detainee Hisham Gaafar.
4- Legal Victories
On July 16, 2024, the Giza Criminal Court decided to replace the pretrial detention of Abdullah Tarek Abdel Rahman with precautionary measures in case No. 652 of 2024, Al-Omrania Misdemeanors.
On July 22, the State Security Prosecution decided to release 79 citizens in various State Security cases, including Students for Palestine members “Ziad El-Basyouny and Mazen Ahmed.”
On July 24, the South Giza Prosecution decided to release journalist Yahya Khalaf, director of Yaqeen News Network, on bail with his residence as the guarantee, in case No. 13338 of 2022, Giza Misdemeanors.