Wish I Didn't Have To Sleep
Two hours until showtime in Egypt, and I'm cursing the fact that I have to go to bed. Then again, by this time tomorrow Egypt might have a new future. That wouldn't be such a bad thing to wake up to.
Mubarak has one card he hasn't played yet, the support of the Air Force. Even if the Army stays neutral, the Air Force might not, but it's not clear whether he can play this card, what this card is worth, and if it's even his to play. It's also the one thing that might force the US to take an active hand in things. My gut feeling is that he's not going to play it, but that may just be wishful thinking.
Whatever happens next, it's become clear that the next day is probably crucial. If he can tough that out without budging then he might be able to haggle his way into a transition government. If not, he may just be toast. Good riddance.
Mubarak has one card he hasn't played yet, the support of the Air Force. Even if the Army stays neutral, the Air Force might not, but it's not clear whether he can play this card, what this card is worth, and if it's even his to play. It's also the one thing that might force the US to take an active hand in things. My gut feeling is that he's not going to play it, but that may just be wishful thinking.
Whatever happens next, it's become clear that the next day is probably crucial. If he can tough that out without budging then he might be able to haggle his way into a transition government. If not, he may just be toast. Good riddance.