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Live Blog: Egyptian Army Ousts Morsi

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In a stunning display of power, the Egyptian army ousted President Mohamed Morsi on Wednesday, putting an end to the Muslim Brotherhood's hold on power after just one year. Tanks and troops poured onto the streets of Cairo, and fireworks erupted in Tahrir Square, where millions of revelers gathered to celebrate.

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