Former Egyptian President passed away

Former Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi is reportedly dead in court, Egyptian local television said today.

Local TV reported that Morsi was fainted after a court session and passed away.

Morsi, 67, a top figure among Muslim leaders was overthrown by the Egyptian army in 2013 following protests protesting his rule after a year he became president.

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