Egypt: Security Forces Destroy Alexandria’s Historic Book Market

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Egyptians woke up this morning to the news of the destruction of bookshops on pavements along Prophet Danial's street in Alexandria by the Ministry of Interior. The raid, at dawn, left netizens angry with the Muslim Brotherhood, which they claim is waging a war on culture.

Security forces destroyed the kiosks and books, causing damage to priceless collections of books and a wealth of culture.

Egypt: Security Forces Destroy Alexandria’s Historic Book Market ~ Global Voices