Tahrir Square coverage highlights part III
The deadly clashes in Cairo's Tahrir Square that erupted Nov. 19 have been escalating, with inuries and deaths mounting by the day. As of Wednesday, there were more than 30 reported deaths and 1700 injuries.
More from GlobalPost: A look into Tahrir Square part I, part II (GALLERY)
The reason for the riots? Egyptians are demanding the military-led government hand over its authority and let a citizen-formed government take its place.
Below is part III of coverage highlights from GlobalPost correspondents Jon Jensen and Erin Cunningham who have been reporting from the scene since the violence broke out.
For the latest on-the-scene reporting from our correspondents, visit the live-coverage page.
More from GlobalPost: Tahrir Square coverage highlights part I, part II
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