Egypt tightens security, warns Muslim Brotherhood

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Security is tightened in Cairo as Egyptian authorities warn the Muslim Brotherhood against staging violent protests after at least four people were killed in clashes Friday.

As the country prepares to celebrate the anniversary of an Egyptian attack on Israeli forces in the Sinai during the 1973 war, both opponents and supporters of the Brotherhood are calling for mass demonstrations on Sunday.

Some welcome the heightened security.

SOUNDBITE: Egyptian Man In Square With His Family, Mohamed saying (Arabic)

"I give them 10 out of 10 for new security measures, a hundred percent for safety. May God protect Egypt and the Egyptian army, and we are very thankful to General al-Sisi."

Political tensions have gripped Egypt since the army ousted President Mohamed Mursi in July, but on Saturday -- amid the heavy military presence -- there were signs of joy

SOUNDBITE: Egyptian woman named Hala saying: (Arabic):

"Tomorrow, God willing, it will be a great day

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