Egypt Tightens Security Ahead of Presidential Election Results

Egyptian security forces readied for the possibility of violence as officials were due to announce the winner of a polarizing presidential race in which both candidates have claimed the lead.

Several tanks and armored personnel carriers were stationed around the Egyptian capital and the Interior Ministry said police and the military would deal firmly with any disruptions. The security plan came days after the ruling military council announced on June 22 that orders issued “in the name of the people” must be respected and that it would use force to prevent chaos. Businesses began sending employees home early and some banks closed.