CAIRO: The day after has arrived. Thousands of Egyptians have poured into the streets in downtown Cairo near the ministry of interior, angrily chanting against the ruling military junta. It comes one day after at least 75 people were killed in post-match violence in Port Said. “Down with the military. Tantawi should die,” said one protester, highlighting the anger among those who have taken to the streets. On Mohamed Mahmoud street, the flashpoint of November's protests that left over 70 dead in clashes with police, demonstrators had taken up positions across barbed wire fences, hundreds of riot police just on the other side. In many cases, within arms distance. Taunting was commonplace as protesters lashed out at the same security forces who cracked down violently on protesters in both November and December. The flags were noticeably different than previous demonstrations. This time, it was Ultras – hardcore fans of football clubs in the country – who were taking the lead. “Down with the military council,” read a massive red flag, being carried by one Ahly fan heading toward the frontline. Tensions were high. “Leave, leave,” echoed through the streets. Bystanders watching from a safe distance told Bikyamasr.com they fully expected clashes to erupt. “I think it will happen soon. Once it gets night, the fighting will begin,” said one woman, Ahly flag in hand. The military must be on edge, watching as thousands upon thousands march in the streets, meeting each other en masse on Mohamed Mahmoud street, readying themselves for a fight with the police. One Ahlawy – a supporter of the Ahly club – might have summed it up best: “We won't stop until we have justice for those who the SCAF let die.” What justice? “The end of Tantawi and the military in this country.” BM ShortURL: http://goo.gl/Dxflg Tags: Ahly, featured, Protests, SCAF Section: Egypt, Latest News
