Morsy speaks to family for first time since ouster

In this September 13, 2013 photo, a woman shows an open palm with four raised fingers, which has become a symbol of the Rabah al-Adawiya mosque, where former President Mohamed Morsy’s supporters had held a sit-in for weeks. Mr. Morsy spoke to his family last week over phone for the first time since his ouster.

A member of the legal team of Egypt’s ousted President Mohamed Morsy says the incarcerated leader has spoken to his family by telephone for the first time last week.

Lawyer Mostafa Atteyah said on Wednesday that Mr. Morsy telephoned his wife and children last week and another time two days later. Mr. Atteyah said the 62-year-old leader said he was in good health.

Mr. Morsy has been held in an undisclosed location by the military since he was removed from office July 3, following days of mass protests demanding he step down. He hasn’t been seen since.

Only the European Union foreign policy chief and an African Union delegation have visited him in his lock-up. Mr. Morsy faces trial for inciting the killing of his opponents. No date has been set for his trial.