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The protests begin!
Nationwide protests inspired by the Tunisian revolt begin in Egypt against the government of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. Roughly 45,000 protestors gather in Cairo alone. -
"Day of Rage"
Shortly after Friday prayers, hundreds of thousands of demonstrators gather in the streets of Cairo and other Egyptian cities to protest against the Mubarak regime. -
Law Enforcement, Enforces Laws!
Protests throughout Egypt continue as the military increases its presence on the streets of Cairo. A curfew is instituted along with a threat of violence should it be violated, but protesters continue their vigil throughout the night. -
NEGOTIATION TIME!
After another day of nationwide unrest, Mubarak addresses the people of Egypt and offers several concessions to the protesters. In addition to proclaiming that he would not run for another term and promising various political reforms. -
WE WILL FIGHT BACK!
Violence escalates as Mubarak supporters continue to flood the streets and come face-to-face with anti-government protestors. Violence toward international reporters and news agencies escalates, as well, prompting many political commentators to suggest that the violence was the result of direct action by the Mubarak government to end the protests. -
Coup d'état!
Massive protests in response to Mubarak’s speech continue in a large number of Egyptian cities. At 6 p.m. Cairo local time, Vice President Suleiman announces that Mubarak had resigned his presidency and that the Supreme Council of Egyptian Armed Forces would assume leadership of the country.
