Maged Mandour

Analysis: Egypt's weakened role stems from an economic crisis, a military elite concerned with survival, and a crony network that seeks financial gain.

Analysis: Egypt has a complex and fraught relationship with Hamas, but Israel's intentions to destroy the group and displace Palestinians from Gaza into Sinai have triggered security concerns for the Sisi regime.

Analysis: In the upcoming elections, President Sisi faces a mounting economic crisis and a loss of support. But reform and mass uprisings remain unlikely scenarios under the regime's iron grip on power.