On Sunday, the city of Cairo saw fresh eruption of violence as thousands of demonstrators took to the street demanding the end of military government. They were demanding quick transfer of power from military to civilian rule.The protest took an ugly turn when Egyptian troops tried to evict the demonstrators from Tahir Square, the city’s landmark, using force. The unrest soon spread to other cities in Egypt, claiming not less than 10 lives and leaving hundreds injured.
The use of rubber bullets and tear gas on civilians worsened the situation on Sunday’s rally. It is reported that many of the protesters were beaten and taken into custody by security forces. The action of Egyptian troops and police were severely criticized all over.
The Sunday's protest rally was the continuation of a peaceful demonstration on Friday. Called “Friday of One Demand,” it saw the largest turnout since the 18-day revolt that resulted in the eviction of Hosni Mubarak, February this year. Demonstrators claimed that the protest is the result of growing discontent on present military government in Egypt, especially over their shameful attempt to grant Supreme Council of Armed Forces (SCAF) with special power. Egyptians are concerned that the strong hold that the present military government wants to enjoy through SCAF in future government could influence major policy decisions.
Right now, Cairo is looking forward to their upcoming elections starting from November 28th, 2011. Hopefully, things should work out well for Egypt under a civilian government.
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