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October 7, 2013

Canadians Barred From Leaving Egypt After Prison Release 
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In Egypt, two hunger-striking Canadians have been released after nearly
two months in prison, but are now being prevented from leaving the
country. Toronto filmmaker John Greyson and Dr. Tarek Loubani were freed
unexpectedly on Sunday morning. Hours later, they were prevented from
boarding a flight at the Cairo airport after appearing on a government
"stop-list." The two have been in touch with their families and say they
are in a safe location as they clear up the red tape for a return home
to Canada. Greyson and Loubani were arrested on August 16 after rushing
to the scene of a mass shooting by state forces of supporters of ousted
President Mohamed Morsi. They staged a three-week hunger strike while
being kept in a crowded and cockroach-infested cell.

 

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