Egyptians demand an end to military rule
- 12 years ago
Egyptians have started casting their ballots in the first parliamentary elections since former president Hosni Mubarak was toppled in a popular uprising earlier this year.
Over 50 political parties are contesting the elections, along with thousands of candidates running as independents.
But the preparations have been marred by a new wave of demonstrations, as protesters occupied Cairo's Tahrir Square to demand the military council that replaced Mubarak hand power to a civilian government.
Mike Hanna reports from Cairo on protesters demanding an end to military rule.
Over 50 political parties are contesting the elections, along with thousands of candidates running as independents.
But the preparations have been marred by a new wave of demonstrations, as protesters occupied Cairo's Tahrir Square to demand the military council that replaced Mubarak hand power to a civilian government.
Mike Hanna reports from Cairo on protesters demanding an end to military rule.