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A Mezze: From Stable to Table—Egypt's Donkey Meat Controversy

Babel: Translating the Middle East

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The Rise of Egypt's Donkey Meat

A pro-government Egyptian television host says Egyptians should eat donkey meat. Peter Bergen: The idea is about price, not taste. He says Egypt's food prices have risen more than 30% in the past year. Bergen: Being able to feed ourselves is a basic right.

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