Egypt's military was sending text messages to mobile phone numbers on Wednesday, calling on citizens to defend the country and promising not use violence against the people, DPA reported.
Internet and text messaging services were generally down across Egypt for the sixth straight day, with the notable exception of the military messages.
"Young Egyptians, beware of rumours, listen to reason. Egypt is of the utmost importance, protect her," said one message.
"To every mother, father, sister, brother, honest citizen: take of this country, because the nation remains forever," another message said.
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