An Egyptian court retracted on Monday a decision issued by the Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs to suspend the Imam of Omar Makram Mosque, Sheikh Mazhar Shaheen.

The popular Sheikh, dubbed the preacher of the revolution was suspended due to his “political themed sermons” according to the suspension order issued by the ministry.

Shaheen said that he never engaged in any political battles, adding that he defends all state institutions. He stressed that the state institutions belong to everyone and that no one should claim ownership of them."

The prominent preacher announced in March the formation of the "National Front to Defend al-Azhar and 'Waqfs' (endowments)" to improve conditions for preachers and prevent the "Brotherhoodisation" of the Ministry of Endowments.