At least 15 people have been killed in Egypt in clashes between security forces and supporters of ousted president Mohamed Morsi.
The figure, from a health ministry official, comes as Morsi supporters protest in several cities during celebrations to mark the anniversary of the 1973 Arab-Israeli war.
Journalist Bel Trew, in Cairo, told Sky News the military had been expecting the unrest and described seeing “chaotic side street clashes with lots of gunfire and tear gas”.
She added: “There’s quite a lot of anger here toward the Morsi supporters by local residents and those who wanted to go to the streets to celebrate their military on this day that Egyptians regard as one of the most proud moments of their history.
“What we’re looking at is rival protests on the streets together.”
A heavy security presence with tanks and armoured vehicles has gathered in Cairo to try to deter the protesters, said Trew.
Supporters of Morsi and his Muslim Brotherhood movement have been trying to get close to Tahrir Square, where in the past thousands have protested against the army’s coup.
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Egypt: 15 Dead After Clashes
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