Published: February 03, 2011
U.S. Calls for Peaceful Means of Assembly to End Turmoil in Egypt
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton called Egyptian Vice President Omar Soliman today to convey that today's violence was a shocking development after many days of consistently peaceful demonstrations. The Secretary urged that the Government of Egypt hold accountable those who were responsible for violent acts. Secretary Clinton also underscored the important role that the Egyptian Armed Forces have played in exercising restraint in the face of peaceful demonstrations and expressed concern that all parties recommit themselves to using only peaceful means of assembly.
Noting Vice President Soliman's call for a broad dialogue with representatives of Egypt's opposition parties, the Secretary expressed hope that both the government and the opposition would seize the opportunity, starting immediately, for serious, meaningful negotiations about Egypt's transition to a more open, pluralistic, and democratic government. Lastly, the Secretary noted that the United States remains committed to working in partnership with Egypt in helping to achieve the aspirations of the Egyptian people.
Source: U.S. Department of State
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