Tens of thousands of Egyptians waved flags and shouted slogans today in Cairo’s central Tahrir Square, demanding that Hosni Mubarak and his family be put on trial over allegations of corruption.

The top leadership body of Egypt’s ruling party resigned today, including the president’s son, but the regime appeared to be digging in its heels.

The top leadership body of Egypt’s ruling party, including the president’s son Gamal Mubarak, resigned today, state TV reported.