Taking back the revolution - Tahrir Square, 27 May

Official communique number 58 declared that "the armed forces have decided not to be present in the protests locations to avoid such risks (of division between people and army), counting on the revolution youth who will take over the organizing and defense"" - that is, since you're protesting our behaviour, we won't be protecting you from any potential attack.

And the Muslim Brotherhood said they were boycotting the protests, calling them 'anti-national' and essentially declaring they're the army's little bitch.

The result? Egyptians shone bright on Tahrir square today!!
Rich, poor, women, men, muslims, christians, neither, religious, secular, etc. Everyday's Egypt really. The people in the street, on the subway, at uni.
It wasn't the greatest turnout since the revolution, but it was nevertheless really packed. People came out despite the boycott calls, and the attempts by the army to frighten people out of leaving their homes.

And the public is discovering who's on its side and who isn't -- probably the main gain from today's protest.

There was also a distinct activist vibe on the square - less festive, more engaged. I enjoyed that.
I brought a sign too, so was hands up most of the time. till took a few photos though.