Egypt clashes claim 42 lives, over 700 injured

January 28, 2013 08:44

The death toll in fierce clashes in Egypt rose to 42 with over 700 injured as President Muhammed Mursi declared emergency in riot-hit towns after fresh violence erupted during the funeral of the people killed in unrest triggered by death sentences given to 21 football fans.

Mursi declared a 30-day state of emergency in Port Said, Suez and Ismailia, the three governorates which have witnessed deadly clashes since the second anniversary of the Egyptian revolution on January 25.

"I have said I am against any emergency measures but I have said that if I must stop bloodshed and protect the people then I will act," Mursi said.

He warned that he was ready to take further measures if the deadly violence did not end.

"If I must I will do much more for the sake of Egypt. This is my duty and I will not hesitate," the President said.

Mursi also invited Egyptian opposition leaders for talks on Monday

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