The opening of the newly-elected Egyptian Parliament on Monday resulted
in a wholly unexpected dissolution the same day. From the British point of view, of course, this is extremely disappointing and raises many fresh anxieties. The Chamber elected Zaghlul Pasha as its President by a majority of 40. Thus the hope or confi- - dence—whichever. . it was– of the Cabinet that -doubtful supporters would remain loyal to the Government proVed to be unfotinded when the test came. The number of deputies who " ratted " was an astonishing indication of the real state of feeling. • The Zaghlulists are evidently the strongest party in the country in spite of the elections. Immediately after the adverse vote the Cabinet offered its resignation, but King Fuad declined to accept this and the Parliament was accordingly dissolved. New elections will be held on May 23rd.
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