Egypt celebrates on October 6

Dozens of military vehicles occupied Tharir square this Sunday in Cairo in preparation for the celebrations of October 6.

The date marks the 40 years of war against Israel.

Created pro-Army groups and supporters of general Abdul Fattah El Sisi claim they intend to celebrate the iconic square, shared desire with the supporters of the Muslim Brotherhood and the President deposed Mohammed Morsi.

The authorities say they are prepared for the possibility of violence. On Friday, four Egyptians died in Cairo as a result of clashes between supporters of Morsi and forces of law and order.

Symbol of national unity in the past, the date marked this Sunday come reveal deep divisions within Egyptian society shaken in recent months by the events that led to the overthrow of President Mohammed Morsi, figurehead of the Islamic party Muslim Brotherhood.

The date of October 6, 1973 marks a historic event for Egypt. It was then that Egyptian forces led by Hosni Mubarak attacked the Israeli forces then occupied the Sinai Peninsula.

The October 6 would eventually lead to the Camp David negotiations and the return of the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt.

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