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Expelled Libyan diplomats have claimed refugee status in Canada. CBC has confirmed that there are at least three claimants in Canada currently. [CBC]
Fear of the growing strength of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt has prompted mass protests. The Brotherhood has responded by calling for their own supporters to protect them. [Al Jazeera]