Mubarak to be quizzed over corruption
Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has been summoned by the state prosecutor for questioning over alleged corruption and killings of protesters.
The announcement came shortly after Mubarak made his first statement since he was ousted two months ago, denying accusations of corruption.
The former leader said he had the right to defend his reputation and denied having any assets in foreign countries.
Mubarak's sons Gamal and Alaa have been summoned for questioning as well.
Meanwhile, Egypt's interim military government has said it will remove some provincial governors appointed by former President Hosni Mubarak.
The move is an apparent concession to protesters who want Mubarak and his allies tried for corruption.
The prosecutor-general said Mubarak's statement, broadcast on al-Arabiya TV, would not affect the inquiry.
On Friday, Cairo's Tahrir Square once again filled with demonstrators calling for Mubarak and his family to be tried for corruption.
At least one person was killed and dozens were injured when troops moved in to clear the square.
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