Egypt Islamists Rally in Support of Mursi in Show of Strength
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Thousands of supporters of Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi rallied in their first major show of force since the Islamist leader’s November move to expand his powers triggered weeks of violent protests.
The rally organized by Al-Gamaa Al-Islamiya, a Salafist group, was billed as “Together Against Violence.” Islamists have criticized Mursi’s secularist and youth-activist opponents for provoking clashes by challenging the president’s rule.