Egypt is braced for further political protests this week as the Muslim Brotherhood demonstrate against sweeping new powers taken by the ruling military council.
Members have called for "a million-man march" today to protest against two decrees issued last weekend, one to dissolve the Islamist-dominated parliament and the other to give the generals complete control over legislation and military affairs until fresh parliamentary elections are held.
MPs who have been prevented from entering the parliament building since Saturday are expected to try to get in again today.
The UK Foreign Office warned of increased tension and demonstrations, especially in Cairo’s Tahrir Square, following the Presidential elections, which took place on June 16 and 17, and in the run up to the official announcement of the results on June 21.
"Demonstrations are often on Fridays but can take place at other times," it said. "British nationals should avoid demonstrations and large crowds, and follow developments on the news."
It also repeated an earlier warning of reports of sexual assaults on women during some demonstrations in Tahrir Square.
By Linsey McNeill
