Egypt: the massive protests continue, ministers resign, army sets deadline

The massive demonstrations in Egypt continue for three days in a row. 

At least five ministers, an advisor and former minister and the recently appointed governor of Ismailiya have resigned "in solidarity with the protesters".

The top commander of the Egyptian Army, Abdelfatah al-Sissi issued a deadline of 48 hours to "the political forces" to "solve and satisfy the demands of the people". Else they will intervene.

The anouncement was received with a clamor by the crowds, who chanted "Morsi is not our president, Sissi is with us".

Al-Sissi was appointed commander in chief by Morsi, in a move that was initially perceived as a maneuver by the President to keep the Army in line. However it is obvious by now that Morsi, who has been unwilling to behave democratically and call new elections for Parliament and the Constituent Assembly, angering everyone but his most fanatic followers, is totally out of touch with the social and political reality of Egypt. His rule is effectively over.

Sources[es]: Webguerrillero, Gara.