US to begin flying citizens from Egypt
The US Embassy in Cairo says it is arranging to begin flying Americans out of Egypt on Monday. The announcement Sunday evening comes hours after the embassy advised Americans in Egypt to consider leaving as soon as possible. The statement said the State Department is making arrangements to provide those who want to leave with flights to "safehaven locations in Europe."
The move reflects mounting concerns in Egypt after nearly a week of mass protests and demonstrations against President Hosni Mubarak. Adding to the climate of uncertainty are roaming bands of armed thugs and widespread looting. (AP)
