General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the head of Egypt's armed forces, threatened a direct military intervention 'if the demands of the people are not met', thus, implying that Morsi should step down or call early elections.
The President's representatives, on the other hand, call it a coup d'etat. However, the President is convinced that the overthrow of the government will not be able to move forward without the approval from the US government as the army is largely funding by the Americans.
Throughout Monday night Morsi's position seemed to be weakened as the Ministry of the Interior announced 'complete solidarity' with the army. However, Morsi is heavily relying on the prospect of support from the US. The US President, Barack Obama, indicated that Morsi is still backed up by the US government. However, the events in Egypt are suggesting that the events may sweep the government - 10 ministers already resigned and the headquarters of Morsi's party was looted and burnt to the ground.
The Monday night events were accompanied by crowds chanting 'the people demand the fall of the regime'. The National Salvation Front (NSF), Egypt's largest opposition grouping, greeted the ultimatum warmly, hoping that it may create the opportunity for their greater role in the government. However, some suggest that Morsi's downfall would encourage young people towards extremism and violent behavior.
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