Egyptians have reacted angrily to the labelling of the “second Egyptian revolution” as a ‘coup d’eat’ by western media.
They have the right to be angry. Having reported on the discontent towards former president Mohammed Morsi since December 2012, it is very clear that the military did not over throw the Muslim Brotherhood or Morsi – the Egyptian people overthrew them, in a fight that started in November 2012.
If the President of a country refuses to listen to the demands of 33 million people that had taken to the streets in what was dubbed the world’s largest demonstration in the history of mankind, then how could the Egyptian people achieve their goals while remaining peaceful?
The Egyptian military did not initiate ‎#Morsi’s toppling. Morsi initiated it when he ignored the demands and aspirations of millions of Egyptians. The military felt inclined to intervene as to avoid violence and to help the Egyptian people achieve their dreams of an Egypt that is free and just.
Of course the coming period is uncertain. But one thing is clear: Egyptians no longer simply believe they have entered an era where they are capable of deciding their own future. Instead, the Egyptian people have shown that they will take all necessary action to ensure the future they achieve is one that represents the dreams of every Egyptian.
The June 30 movement was not a Military coup, but a revolution led by the Egyptian people.