Egypt protests widen, toll rises to six
TWO more people died and hundreds were arrested as the biggest uprising against Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak's 30-year rule widened, prompting Washington to prod its long-time ally on democratic reforms. Incensed demonstrators appeared set for further protests despite a crackdown that saw hundreds detained and left six people dead over two days. A policeman and a protester died in Cairo in a shower of rock-throwing between the two sides on Wednesday. Police fired tear gas at hundreds of demonstrators and chased them through the streets of a popular commercial district, witnesses said. Protesters responded by throwing rocks at police, damaging several shop fronts in an area near the…
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Egypt protests widen, toll rises to six
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