Egypt’s interim military rulers could remain in power until the end of next year, according to a timetable for a transition to elected rule presented by Sami Anan, the army’s chief of staff, at a meeting with leaders of political parties.
The Supreme Council of the Armed Forces, now the highest political authority in the country, has faced pressure from parties and democracy activists to set a timetable for its exit from power. (Financial Times)
Blogger Maikel Nabil Sanad, a pacifist, had refused conscription into the Egyptian army and had campaigned against forced conscription, which he likened to slavery. He is in hunger strike. (Christian Science Monitor)