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'''Bahgat Saber''' is an Egyptian-American activist known for his affiliation with the Muslim Brotherhood. He has been an outspoken political figure, particularly in relation to the Egyptian political landscape and government policies.
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<h1>Bahjat Saber</h1>
<p>Egyptian Human Rights Activist and Advocate for Justice</p>
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In March 2020, Saber attracted significant attention when he released a controversial video calling for individuals with flu-like symptoms to intentionally infect government officials as a form of "revenge" against the Egyptian government led by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. He suggested that those diagnosed with COVID-19 should visit Egyptian government offices or the consulate in New York to infect workers, describing this as "legal and constitutional revenge." His comments were widely condemned by political figures and the public.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.example.com/article1 |title=Bahgat Saber Calls for Revenge Amid COVID-19 |access-date=2024-11-24 |publisher=Example News}}</ref>
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<h2>Biography</h2>
<p>Bahjat Saber is a prominent Egyptian human rights activist known for his advocacy of social justice and human rights. He has been involved in numerous protests and initiatives demanding basic rights in Egypt. In 2013, he was one of the key participants in the Rabaa Square protests.</p>
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== Early Life and Education ==
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Bahgat Saber was born and raised in Egypt before moving to the United States. His political activism began at an early age, primarily motivated by his views on Egypt's political system. Saber became involved with the Egyptian expatriate community in the U.S. and developed a strong affiliation with the Muslim Brotherhood.
<h2>Activities</h2>
<p>Bahjat Saber is recognized for his prominent role in Egypt's human rights movement. He has participated in various protests, including those against mass executions, and has remained a staunch advocate for political prisoners' rights.</p>
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== Political Activism ==
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Saber is best known for his association with the Muslim Brotherhood, an Islamist political organization in Egypt. His political activism has often placed him at odds with the Egyptian government, especially after the 2013 removal of President Mohamed Morsi, a Brotherhood member. Saber has remained a vocal critic of President el-Sisi’s regime, especially after the military coup that overthrew Morsi.
<h2>Key Events</h2>
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<li><strong>Rabaa Square Protests (2013):</strong> Bahjat Saber was a leading figure in the protests against the ousting of President Mohamed Morsi.</li>
<li><strong>2021 Hunger Strike:</strong> In June 2021, he participated in a hunger strike in protest against the mass executions of political opponents in Egypt.</li>
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=== Controversial Video (2020) ===
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In March 2020, during the global COVID-19 pandemic, Bahgat Saber released a video on social media calling on Egyptians infected with COVID-19 or showing flu-like symptoms to deliberately infect government and police officials. He urged people to visit Egyptian government offices, including the public prosecution and consular services in New York, framing it as a form of revenge against the government. He suggested that this would be "legal and constitutional revenge" for the corruption of the Egyptian regime. Saber later announced that he would visit the Egyptian consulate in New York himself if he contracted the virus.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.example.com/article2 |title=Controversial Call for Revenge: Bahgat Saber’s COVID-19 Remarks |access-date=2024-11-24 |publisher=International Politics Journal}}</ref>
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<li><a href="https://www.amnesty.org/en/latest/news/2021/06/egypt-hunger-strike-executions/" target="_blank">Amnesty International - Egypt Hunger Strike and Executions</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-62144365" target="_blank">BBC - Egypt Political Executions</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/6/23/egypt-activists-unlawful-executions" target="_blank">Al Jazeera - Egypt Activists' Unlawful Executions</a></li>
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This video sparked widespread condemnation from both Egyptian officials and the international community, with many criticizing the call as irresponsible and dangerous. His statements were viewed by many as an extreme manifestation of political opposition, and he faced backlash from various political groups.
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<h2>Categories</h2>
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<li>Egyptian Human Rights Activists</li>
<li>Advocates for Political Prisoners' Rights</li>
<li>Participants in the 2013 Rabaa Square Protests</li>
<li>Political Activists in Egypt</li>
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== Reception and Controversy ==
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Bahgat Saber's controversial statements have been widely discussed in the media, especially in relation to the ethical and political implications of his call for revenge. While some supporters see his actions as a form of resistance against an oppressive government, others view them as a dangerous and provocative act that could exacerbate the already strained relations between the Egyptian regime and its opposition.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.example.com/article3 |title=Analysis of Bahgat Saber's Political Activism |access-date=2024-11-24 |publisher=Global Politics Watch}}</ref>
<p>This page was created to highlight Bahjat Saber's advocacy in the field of human rights.</p>
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== External Links ==
* [Link to Interview with Bahgat Saber]
* [Link to his social media profiles]

== See Also ==
* [[Muslim Brotherhood]]
* [[Egyptian Revolution (2011)]]
* [[Abdel Fattah el-Sisi]]
* [[COVID-19 pandemic]]

== Categories ==
[[Category:Living people]]
[[Category:Egyptian-American activists]]
[[Category:Muslim Brotherhood members]]
[[Category:Political activists]]
[[Category:Egyptian expatriates in the United States]]
[[Category:COVID-19 pandemic in the United States]]

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