Egypt's military grants itself sweeping powers, BBC (2012) —
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Egypt's military grants itself sweeping powers, BBC (2012)

This news article says that Egypt's ruling military has issued a declaration granting itself sweeping powers, as the country awaits results of presidential elections. The document by the Supreme Council of Armed Forces (Scaf) says new general elections cannot be held until a permanent constitution is drawn up. It also gives the Scaf legislative control.

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