In Egypt, supporters of ousted President Mohamed Morsi are rallying today to renew calls for Morsi’s reinstatement and honor the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. The United States and European Union have both called on Morsi’s supporters and Egypt’s interim government to resolve what they termed a “dangerous stalemate” after Egypt’s interim president said diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict had failed. The Egyptian military is said to be holding off for now on threats to clear two sit-ins by Morsi’s supporters in Cairo over fears that Vice President Mohamed ElBaradei might resign over such a crackdown. Interim Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi issued more warnings to pro-Morsi demonstrators on Wednesday.

Prime Minister Hazem el-Beblawi: “We ask them, once more, to leave quickly and return to their homes and work, without resistance. Those who do not have blood on their hands, the state promises to provide them with free transportation. The Cabinet warns against the continuing, dangerous escalation and incitement by those who are deceiving them from amongst the leadership of the Muslim Brotherhood that threatens national security.”