The fall of Morsi wasn’t a military coup, but the danger is that it will lead to one
A functioning state and pride in this functioning state is as much part of the Egyptian identity as the rest. It is precisely this compact of pragmatism, pride and aspiration that need to be understood to make sense of recent events.
Egypt’s first try at democratically elected governance was thwarted by power grabs and poor management of this most populous Arab nation. The country is now trying again.
Three pro-Morsi protesters have been killed after Egyptian troops opened fire on them during a march in Cairo
After ousting President Morsi, Egypt’s army has said that they will guarantee the right to peaceful protest ahead of large-scale planned demonstrations by the Muslim Brotherhood later today.