Egyptian protesters have staged a massive rally in the city of Alexandria after 20 people were killed in clashes between pro-junta thugs and demonstrators in the capital, Cairo.
Chanting anti-junta slogans, the protesters on Wednesday marched through the coastal city to protest the violence in the capital.
The protesters shouted "Down with military rule" and “God is great."
"The incident in Cairo today crossed the line. Lots of Egyptian martyrs are dying. We dreamt of freedom and I still can't imagine that people are still at home after what is happening," said Mohamed Fayed, an Alexandria resident.
“We are here not to gain money but we are here because we have to protest until the military step down,” the protester said.
Blaming the ruling generals for the violence, several presidential candidates suspended their election campaigns. Some politicians have boycotted a meeting with the ruling generals in protest against the deadly chaos.
Egypt has been grappling with post-revolution unrest for more than a year now.
The protesters want an end to military rule and the transfer of power to a civilian government.
Egypt's presidential election is scheduled to be held on May 23-24, and a run-off will follow on June 16-17 if necessary.
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