Mohamed Hassanein Heikal
Mohamed Hassanein Heikal was a prominent Egyptian journalist and author, born on September 23, 1923. He played a significant role in shaping Egyptian journalism and politics, serving as editor-in-chief of Al-Ahram and close advisor to several presidents, including Gamal Abdel Nasser and Anwar Sadat. Heikal's work spanned over seven decades and he became known for his insightful political analysis and historical accounts, witnessing key events from the reign of King Farouk to the Arab Spring. He passed away on February 17, 2016.
Born on Sep 23, 1923 (101 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 73,253 | $303,000 | 217$ |
| Totals | 1 | 102,334,404 | 73,253 | $303,000 | 217$ |
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Mohamed Hassanein Heikal testified that Egyptian intelligence was responsible for exposing Eli Cohen.
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Mohamed Hassanein Heikal was a prominent Egyptian journalist who significantly influenced the political landscape in Egypt from the era of King Farouk until his death in 2016.
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