The removal of 716 individuals from terrorist lists was the main talking point last night, with the nation’s talking heads discussing the Public Prosecution’s announcement of the decision. The Public Prosecution is currently reviewing all terrorist entities and individual lists to prepare for the removal of anyone proven to have ceased terrorist activity, the statement read.

Those removed from the terrorist lists are entitled to regain their full legal rights, including control over their assets, travel, and movement, former Bar Association President Sameh Ashour said in a phone call with El Hekaya’s Amr Adib (watch, runtime: 9:17). “This decision comes at an opportune time, and it indicates that it may be followed by further measures and presidential initiatives that could help resolve many lingering issues, which would help reintegrate citizens into society,” Ashour said.

But not everyone was happy, including Adib, who criticized the decision, saying that “the list of names removed includes individuals who funded terrorist operations that claimed the lives of many innocent people and committed crimes that cannot be forgiven.” He argued that only those proven not to have engaged in financing terrorist activities against Egyptians should be removed from the lists, and that those who funded terrorist attacks should not be allowed to return to the country or regain control over their assets (watch, runtime: 7:43).

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