Egypt needs stability based on democracy, says former presidential candidate 

Egypt's Aboul-Fotouh creates waves with outspoken criticism of Sisi government, demands early presidential elections 

Egyptian politician Abdel Moneim Aboul-Fotouh (AFP)
Egyptians queue up to buy bread at a local shop in the Nile Delta (AFP)

Dania Akkad and Mary Atkinson-Tuesday 24 November 2015

Over the past week, Egyptian politician Abdel Moneim Aboul-Fotouh has made headlines, criticising President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and urging the country to hold early presidential elections - or face chaos or another military coup.

Following his explosive interview with BBC Arabic last week, an investigation has reportedly been launched into the former presidential candidate and opposition party leader. 

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