Egypt’s presidency on Tuesday rejected an army ultimatum threatening to intervene if Islamist President Mohammed Morsi does not meet the demands of millions of protesters.
Instead, the presidency said army declaration had not been cleared by the presidency and could cause confusion, AFP news agency reported.
The presidency also denounced any declaration that would “deepen division” and “threaten the social peace”.
The army statement, which was read out in a televised address on Monday, gave Morsi 48 hours to comply with its call.