20.03.2011 - 19:10 [ CNN ]

Egyptians approve constitutional changes, clearing way for elections

„We are proud of the Egyptian people for deciding their own destiny,“ Judge Mahmoud Atiya said Sunday. „We assure the world that the March 19 referendum was fair and transparent at all stages.“

Of the 18,366,764 ballots cast Saturday, there were 14,192,577 „yes“ votes and 4,174,187 „no“ votes, Atiya said.