About 51 people were killed in the latest round of street clashes that erupted all over Egypt on Sunday. The latest violence surge have left many questioning if the new interim government really has the capability to bring peace and stability to the country.
The latest death toll has been highest ever since August, when government authorities started their crackdown on Morsi supporters. Morsi was former Egyptian president but was ousted by the military back in July. Replacing him is the military-backed government, who is currently trying to project stability in the country. This is important as tourists and investors have been hesitant to get back into the country, given the very violent turn of events.
On Sunday, violence returned full force, complete with gunfire.
The clashes started out when thousands of Egyptians came out to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1973 war against Israel. There were a number of bizarre contests to remind Egyptians of the changes that have occurred since Morsi was ousted from power.
As pro-government and military forces were celebrating in Tahrir Square, some members of the military as well as a number of armed civilians started on Islamist and pro-Morsi supporters, who were incidentally, trying to get to the square, with rounds of tear gas as well as gunfire.
At least 250 people have sustained injuries due to the clash.
In the last three months, the Egypt military have been trying to wipe out the Muslim Brotherhood, the same group that put Morsi in power. Since the crackdown on the group, many leaders have gone into hiding or have even fled the country. A number of members have already been killed.
Presently, pro Islamist groups have labeled themselves the "anti-coup" movement and continue to hold
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