Approximately 140,000 people demonstrated in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, in support of Iraq amid its conflict with the United States. The police stated that the demonstrators filled a stadium with a capacity of 100,000, while an additional 40,000 gathered outside. The demonstrators chanted slogans in support of Iraq and against the United States, while the police monitored the situation to ensure it did not get out of control. The Egyptian Ministry of Interior had warned that no demonstrators would be allowed to disrupt traffic, and security forces would detain any protester who resorted to violence. The ruling party in Egypt announced that next week it would hold a demonstration in support of Iraq and the Palestinians, which could lead to a gathering of half a million people.
Approximately 140,000 People Demonstrated in Cairo, Egypt, in Support of Iraq - 2003-02-27
Around 140,000 people protested in Cairo to show support for Iraq against the U.S. The Egyptian police monitored the event closely, warning against any disruption or violence. The ruling party plans to organize a larger demonstration soon, potentially drawing half a million participants.
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📰 What Happened
Approximately 140,000 people demonstrated in Cairo to show support for Iraq amidst its conflict with the United States. The protest was closely monitored by police, who warned against any disruptions or violence.
- The demonstration filled a stadium with a capacity of 100,000, with an additional 40,000 outside.
- The Egyptian ruling party plans to hold a larger demonstration in support of Iraq and Palestine, potentially attracting half a million participants.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The protests occurred during a period of heightened tensions leading up to the Iraq War, with widespread opposition to U.S. military intervention in the region.
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