The longtime dictator is on trial on charges of corruption and ordering the deaths of hundreds of protesters . Al Wafd 's political arm won more than 40 % of parliamentary seats . The man nominated as speaker is described as moderate . The new parliament convenes later this month after the Islamists protests began . Some liberals fear a more restrictive state with Egyptian in power .
Al Wafd 's political arm won more than 40 % of parliamentary seats . The man nominated as speaker is described as moderate . The new parliament convenes later this month after the Islamists protests began . Some liberals fear a more restrictive state with Egyptian in power .