Earlier today, Egypt's cabinet resigned en masse amidst continued clashes in Tahrir Square between protesters and police. As many as two dozen people have been killed by the Egyptian army, and many more have reportedly been injured by rubber bullets and the excessive use of teargas.
Below, links to some of what I've been reading this afternoon. Please use comments for discussion and sharing of additional news items.
The Guardian—Tahrir Square Violence Enters a Third Day: In Pictures.
New York Times—Egypt's Civilian Government Submits Offer to Resign.
Agence France-Presse—Egypt's Government Abruptly Resigns as Deadly Clashes Rock Tahrir Square.
CNN—Egypt's Cabinet Resigns Amid Protests, Violence.
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