Egypt lifts travel ban on US pro-democracy workers
Egypt on Wednesday lifted a travel ban on seven Americans employed by pro-democracy United States groups, signaling that the worst crisis in relations between Egypt and the US in 30 years could soon be brought to an end.
The seven, who include the son of US Transportation secretary Ray LaHood, are among 16 Americans who are on trial along with 27 others on charges of using illegally obtained funds to foment unrest in Egypt and incite protests against the nation's military rulers. (AP)
