The violence in Egypt continues, with at least 10 people killed and hundreds more injured in the last three days. However, unlike in Syria there is no talk of sanctions against the Egyptian military.
A shocking video of Egyptian soldiers cruelly beating a female protester came as fresh evidence of military brutality. The soldiers in full riot gear savagely beat a seemingly unconscious woman with sticks, kicking her and stamping on her chest.
The excessive use of force by the military has sparked deep concerns from UN secretary-general Ban Ki-moon, who has called for the authorities to “act with restraint and to uphold human rights, including the right to peaceful protest.”
The head of the Arab League has also expressed his deep regret at the violence. Nabil al-Arabi warned on Sunday that the clashes would push Egypt towards a state of chaos and a political and security vacuum.
Middle East expert and author Tariq Ali told RT that the army is provoking public anger to create the impression the violence is coming not from them.
One rule for Syria - but a different one for Egypt — RT
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