Call the Egyptian embassy now!

Thirty years of repression is spilling out onto the streets of Egypt in the forms of tear-gas, blood and bitter demonstrations. For four days, Egyptian protestors have suffered at the hands of President Mubarak’s security forces. At least 14 protestors have been killed and scores more have been injured. The crackdown on freedoms is intensifying as authorities have cut all Internet and phone communications. There’s no telling how long the violence will continue or how many people will suffer in the end.

The number one request from Egyptian activists is to have their voices heard at various Egyptian embassies and consulates. Amnesty International USA tried to do all that can be done to make that happen, but Egyptian authorities are making it very difficult. AIUSA emails are not getting through and it will take far too long for letters to reach anyone who can make a difference.

The only alternative is to place an urgent call to the Egyptian embassy (202) 895-5400 and dial “1” to speak to a real person about the State of Emergency in Egypt. Ask the person who answers the call to pass on this important message – and don’t take “no” for an answer:

“Please urge the Egyptian government to respect human rights, rein in the security forces, and restore access to all communications in Egypt.”

Three decades of living under a harsh and oppressive state is unacceptable. The people of Egypt deserve to have their voices heard and to organize peacefully. They deserve human rights. Please call the Egyptian embassy now!