Breaking News Alert The New York Times Thu, February 10, 2011 -- 10:57 AM ET -----
Egypt's Army Signals Steps to Take Power Egypt's armed forces said on Thursday that they were taking "necessary measures to protect the nation and support the legitimate demands of the people," a signal that the military intends to take a commanding role in governing the country. There was no immediate confirmation that the army intended to replace the government named by President Hosni Mubarak, but protesters in Cairo roared approval at the news that the military was moving to supplant the government they have steadfastly opposed. Jubilant chants of "The Army and the people in one hand!" could be heard on broadcasts from Tahrir Square. There was no information about what role Mr. Mubarak or his new vice president, Omar Suleiman, would play in a military government. The announcement came on the 17th day of unrest in Egypt, bolstered by strikes and protests among professional groups in Cairo and workers across the country. Read More: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/11/world/middleeast/11egypt.html?hp&emc=na Copyright 2011 The New York Times Company -- Jim Devine / "Living a life of quiet desperation -- but always with style!" _______________________________________________ pen-l mailing list [email protected] https://lists.csuchico.edu/mailman/listinfo/pen-l
