Tension critical in Egypt

Increased tensions are taking over in Cairo.

According to Al Jazeera, as of Thursday morning, approximately 700 people have been injured and more than 6 people have been killed due to conflict in Cairo.

The conflict is occurring outside the presidential palace where people gathered in protest of President Mohamed Morsi.

Supporters of the president were also present. 5 military tanks were set up outside the palace as a means to secure the palace.

According to the Freedom and Justice Party, many of the people killed in the conflict were members of the Muslim Brotherhood.

Riot police were also present at the protest, however were unsuccessful at subduing any violence.

STORY WRITTEN BY: HANNAH BESSEAU