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Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Cairo Friday demanding change. It was mostly jubilant, but there was also tension. There's still a crowd in Liberation Square at this hour. Anderson reports live from the capital city tonight with the latest developments.
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Nicole,
Oh my goodness!!!!! That's so sad to see journalist died, My heart goes out to his family....... That is so horrible situation.
@Karyn – i am much relieve that you are at least able to be in touch with your husband.
I'd steer clear of rumors in Cairo. Remember, yesterday the rumor was that the International media were instigators & spies.
Any word from your Fed. Rep on help to get your husband home?
So, the Army is working for President Mubarak? It sound like it.
@dave focke
"We have vacation in egypt planned for may 2 and do not know what to do."
Have you called your travel agent?
@Starr: food, money is scarce tensions are high. read my previous post... I still haven't had any luck getting help!!! Thank you for asking, appreciated very much
@Starr there are still numerous attacks on journalists/photographers outside the square also Egyptian as I understand.
One Egyptian journalist died today because of injuries from last week...
The birth of a democracy can be frightening and painful, bloody and beautiful. Fear is contagious, but so is courage.
I think it is so Important for the press/media to give great credit to the pro-democratric demonstrators for their incredible courage!
Thank you Anderson et al, for daily reminding us of who the heros are (not that you and All media are not brave too.)
I was extremely relieved and then very impressed to see how peaceful the demonstrators were. They are a true example of honor & courage, and determination.
Is the Military a part of the Muslim Brotherhood?
I read today that Muhammed Ghannem, of the Iranian media, say that they should Close the Suez Canal and 'Prepare Egyptians for war with Israel'. That's very disturbing, seeing that they are the known political group in Egypt. The Muslim Brotherhood is also where al-Qaida & Hamas came from.
Spoke with my husband in Cairo briefly tonight... Word on the streets are that the Muslim BroHood is going into other areas of Cairo instigating looting, acting as LE & trying to get supporters! ppl afraid.. and hungry
Good to see Anderson and company outside. Great reporting but what else to we expect from CNN. Stay safe and come home soon!
love the chanting, wonder what they are saying?
the rapidity with which things changed and changed again and again is interesting
if this IS a tactic of some sort on the part of the pro-regime side, if there is nothing for the media to film, then the media will eventually to away – so it is a question of whether this seemingly stable change is short-term or long-term (once the world starts to focus on something else – and it eventually will)
I have to believe that the risks Anderson and his crew took to share the truth has made a difference in the way Mubarak is dealing with the opposition. Your courage may have saved countless lives.
Thank you God for people of peace. They are teaching their sisters and brothers a lesson, and Mubarak too. I am falling in love with the Egyptian people. The world is so with them, the energy can't be stopped. Christians in circle holding hands around the Muslim praying. The whole world needs to learn the lessons here. But Mubarak does have his pride. We have to help him have as honorable exit as we can. Anger and hate acted out towards him won't help Egypt. We supported him for so long because of what we felt are our best interests. This is a lesson for U.S., we are not the President of the world, nor it's policemen. This is all the best for the stuck MidEast situation. In the end, this is going to produce great positive and peaceful change. Thank you for all your reporting. Lola in Los Angeles. Going out tomorrow to rally in our streets to show solidarity with the Egyptians' liberation.
Hi Jana.....
I agree with you..... Nice Anderson is outside safe place there. 🙂
What are the cards the protesters are holding up?
We have vacation in egypt planned for may 2 and do not know what to do. We had vacation planned to family in Czech on 9/12/2OO1 so our history is not good.
welcome to a safer day day
morning HALA, AND BEN, thank god it was not a blood bath.
and you all are safe.
In my opinion, our news coverage has kept the existing regime in check. They learned that they could not get away with violence to control their people.
@Karyn is your husband safe?
@Karyn, Indiana
What is your husband's situation today?
How are You doing?
It's was an "extraordinary thing" for the youth/young people of Egypt to do! Really wonderful.
@Starr: I was wondering about Ahmed myself!! Hopefully he is safe in Tahrir Sq.
good morning anderson and staff... good evening fellow bloggers.
anderson i am glad to see you and ivan,christiane,Hala,ben,and arwa damon and all are okay, this jubilant celebration i have to ask is it possible that they will continue through the weekend and into next week, and also there is rumors that hamas actually entered egypt what can you tell us about this is it in anyway a threat to egypt?
@Nichole – I agree with your post. From the news reports (CNN of course), Nick R. and Arwa Damon both had fairly "hairy" experiences today going outside the perimeters.
Yes Emily, it is great to see him outside, but it still seems like it could be dangerous.
I just wonder why the turnaround from the last two nights. Why the pro Mubarak people are now being held back by the military and they didn't do it for two days.
Hi, Anderson and crew how long are you planning to stay in Eygpt? Still, be carefill and be safe guys, until you all return home we will be praying for all to have a safe visit.
it's sad to see how even after prayer there is still so much violence
I wonder if we will hear from our friend Ahmed tonight?
Starr,
I hope so, I think our friend Ahmed will show up on live blog soon. 🙂
I wonder Why the Military "stepped up" their presents today?! Was it because it's Friday? (Their day of prayer?)
What a relief to see people dancing and singing on the square!
Hi all... Hope everyone is well, and safe:)
Hi Jana!
It's great to see Anderson outside! What a relief that things seem much better today.
Good to see that the security situation has improved even if just slightly. Our thoughts are with you as you brave the chaos to bring us a clear picture of the revolution in Cairo
Hi Anderson. Hi Everyone! This has been quite a week.
Nicole,
I agree with you too.... Too much violent right now in Tahrir Square!!!!!!
Hello Anderson & Team 360 on the ground in Egypt! So happy to see a peaceful day for you today. Hello to Team 360 in studio too.
Hello, Nancy, Nichole, Megan, Emily, JoAnn, Mike, Casey, Samantha, Nina, Sharon, Heather....everyone.
I wonder if we will hear from our friend Ahmed tonight?
Good evening Emily and Jo Ann.
Glad to see the 360 team tonight. Hope they stay safe.
It appears that things have improved in the square by the Museum, but reports are that on the side streets and in the neighborhoods all around Cairo police and thugs are in control and terrorizing people. Is this true, Anderson?
good evening everyone, it's nice to hear that anderson feels safe enought to be outdoors.
Wondering what is going on in the rest of Egypt at this time?
Good Evening/ Night Anderson, Nic, Ben, Ivan, Arwa, Hala, all crew and production in Egypt, AC360 Team,
-All- journalists, reporters, crew, photographers and -people!- in Egypt, bloggers (!)
Never been so happy to see you, outside, Anderson!
As I understand doing a job as journalist outside Tahrir square is still almost impossible....
Helloooo Anderson, Megan, Isha, David G, Martina, Nicole, Kim, Emily, Gloria, Mike, Casey, Milan, Vivan, Gabriela, Cessy, Paula, Isabel, David-Indiana, JoAnn, Monica, Kathy, Jane, Gayle, Renee, Caroline, (Danie,) Lori, (Adelaide,) BettyAnn, Heather, Starr, Sharon, Casey, A. Smith, Devin, Karin, Dulcie, Michael, Karen, Miranda, Sree, Nancy, Sue, Kenya, Libby, Nina, Samantha others and my friend Twitter/Facebook Bloggers!!!!
Thank God It's Friday Night!!!!
Couldn't wait forward this weekend!
Thanks for coming in for join us tonight!
We hope Anderson is safe hand of God!!!!!!! We miss you, we need you come home right away. 🙂
Anderson,
Hi! It's good to see this morning's return to a more peaceful, inspiring atmosphere in Egypt. I hope you stay vigilent, and return home soon for much rest–after this traumatic week.
Good evening Anderson, Isha, 360°Team, Jo Ann, Mike, Megan, Nicole, Nancy, Gloria, Starr, Nina, & Bloggers.
I hope that the day ended much better for you, Anderson, your crew and the others in Egypt today.
Good Evening Everyone! Greetings!