Egypt erupted in mass protests on Jan. 25, 2011 with protesters demanding President Mubarak step down from power, chanting that they would not leave Tahrir Square until Mubarak left office. Their grassroots revolution successfully overthrew President Mubarak and his regime from power in Cairo on February 6, 2011.Before stepping down, Mr. Mubarak sent his armed supporters to violently attack the crowds of protesters. Human rights organizations report that at least 150 people were killed and...
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Egypt erupted in mass protests on Jan. 25, 2011 with protesters demanding President Mubarak step down from power, chanting that they would not leave Tahrir Square until Mubarak left office. Their grassroots revolution successfully overthrew President Mubarak and his regime from power in Cairo on February 6, 2011.Before stepping down, Mr. Mubarak sent his armed supporters to violently attack the crowds of protesters. Human rights organizations report that at least 150 people were killed and thousands injured during the protests.
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