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Iconic Author Sonallah Ibrahim Passes away

Rana Atef Renowned Egyptian novelist Sonallah Ibrahim passed away at the age of 88 after suffering from pneumonia, which led to his admission to a hospital in Cairo. Ibrahim is considered one of the most prominent figures in modern Egyptian literature and a landmark in the history of the Arabic novel. Many of his works have been listed among the top 100 Arabic novels of all time. Born in Cairo in 1937, Ibrahim's literary career was shaped early by his father, who encouraged him to read extensively and provided him with books and stories. Although he studied law, he soon shifted toward journalism and politics, joining the Egyptian communist organization 'Hadto.' He was arrested in 1959 and spent five years in prison before being released in 1964. Following his release, Ibrahim worked at the Egyptian News Agency in 1967, later moving to the German News Agency in East Berlin in 1968, where he stayed until 1971. He then went to Moscow to study cinematography and filmmaking before returning to Cairo in 1974. By 1975, he devoted himself entirely to writing. Ibrahim's literary works are known for their historical documentation and sharp political commentary, often weaving in details from his own life. His notable novels include Sharaf, ranked third among the best 100 Arabic novels, as well as The Committee, Zaat, Warda, The Turban and Amreekanli. Throughout his career, he received several prestigious awards, including the Ibn Rushd Prize for Freedom of Thought (2004) and the Cavafy Prize for Literature (2017). read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha Videos & Features Story behind Trending Jessica Radcliffe Death Video News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani