Africa / Egypt: an interview with Hossam El-Hamalawy Three years after the Egyptian uprising began, the deep state and the military appear to be openly back in control. How did this happen? Khalil Bendib speaks with Egyptian activist, blogger, and journalist Hossam el-Hamalawy. Interview: 40 mins. By Khalil Bendib and Hossam el-Hamalawy / 24 Jan 2014