Deutsche Welle Egypt jails protesters over opposition to transfer of Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia Egypt has jailed protesters who opposed a decision to transfer islands to Saudi Arabia. The demonstrators have been given prison terms of between two and five years. Nearly 300 people were arrested and charged after protesting against the decision to cede the Tiran and Sanafir islands to Saudi Arabia. The demonstration on April 25 was the largest to be organized since President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi took power three years ago. The protesters were convicted Saturday of breaking a law banning people from protesting without first notifying the Interior Ministry. There were 33 defendants present in court, while the others were out on bail. Read more: http://www.dw.com/en/egypt-jails-protesters-over-opposition-to-transfer-of-red-sea-islands-to-saudi-arabia/a-19258648 All Africa Egyptair Pilots Strike, Flights Delayed EgyptAir pilots' strike has led to the delay of nine international and domestic flights, including a trip to New York, sources at Cairo International airport said on Saturday. The flights were all delayed between one to three hours. The pilots have been striking for four days, delaying their work in order to get the company to improve their working conditions. Read more: http://allafrica.com/stories/201605140355.html
