The Muslim Brotherhood and President Morsi made many political mistakes during their reign; yet, the Egyptian Military’s present campaign will not reverse these errors but rather exacerbate an already grave situation.
Violence in Egypt will only be reigned in when it is no longer useful for the security services’ twin purposes of discrediting the Muslim Brotherhood and discouraging popular mobilization aimed at making government responsive to the needs of its citizens.
The spiritual leader of Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood, General Guide Mohammed Badie, has been arrested in Cairo according to military officials.
At least 17 people have been killed in Egypt, as Muslim Brotherhood supporters continue their nationwide “march of anger” and clashed with armed police with casualties sustained on both sides.
Egypt is in a state of emergency with people bracing themselves for more bloodshed as the Muslim Brotherhood call for a nationwide “millions’ march of anger” and the security forces warn they will use live rounds in self-defence or if government buildings are targeted.