I promised both Ma and Ying i would stay out of trouble, but as i arrive into Cairo, i can't resist a brief visit to see what's happening in Midan Tahrir.There are a few tanks scattered around the centre and a lively demonstration going on, including a few foreigners with supportive placards. Nonetheless, the numbers can't amount to more than 400 and there are as many Egyptians there to take photos and videos on their mobiles than to join in the protest.
These photos were taken on Tuesday 22nd. When i revisit the next day, the square is deserted.
Tobes writes to inform me the border to Libya is now open and suggests i pay a visit; i could get some interesting photos. He's right, but i won't.
The cost to lost tourism in Egypt since January 25th now stands at US$1 billion.
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