International criticism of Egypt's rulers mounts
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International criticism of Egypt's military rulers mounted Wednesday as police clashed for a fifth day with protesters demanding the generals relinquish power immediately. A rights group raised the death toll for the wave of violence to at least 38.
The United Nations strongly condemned authorities for what it deemed an excessive use of force and Germany, one of Egypt's top trading partners, called for a quick transfer of power to a civilian government. The United States and the UN secretary general have already expressed their concern over the use of violence against mostly peaceful protesters. (AP)
