Egypt court sentences 528 Morsi supporters to death

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A court in Egypt has sentenced to death 528 supporters of ousted Islamist President Mohammed Morsi. They were convicted of charges including murdering a policeman and attacks on people and property.

The group is among over 1,200 supporters of Mr Morsi on trial, including senior Brotherhood members.

Authorities have cracked down harshly on Islamists since Mr Morsi was removed by the military in July. Hundreds have been killed and thousands arrested.

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