Egypt: Elections end with violence

Security forces in Egypt have clashed with crowds of supporters of the banned opposition Muslim Brotherhood in the last stage of parliamentary elections. In some areas, police used tear gas and rubber bullets against people trying to enter cordoned-off polling stations. The Brotherhood, whose candidates stand as independents, has already made large gains, winning nearly 20% of seats. Islamists claim police tactics are designed to limit their gains and help the ruling National Democratic Party.