A BRITISH cameraman has been shot dead in Egypt.

 

Sky News worker Mick Deane lost his life as he covered the ongoing violence in capital Cairo.

Prime Minister David Cameron said: "I am saddened to hear of the death of cameraman Mick Deane, covering Egyptian violence. My thoughts are with his family and Sky News team."

Head of Sky News John Ryley described the 61-year-old, who was married with two sons, as "the very best of cameramen, a brilliant journalist and an inspiring mentor to many at Sky".
"Everyone at Sky News is shocked and saddened by Mick's death.
"The loss of a much-loved colleague will be deeply felt across Sky News.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family. We will give them our full support at this extremely difficult time."

A 26-year-old Dubai-based female newspaper reporter has also been killed in the turmoil.

 
A photographer jumps through flames

 
Troops take up position during clashes with protestors

The Egyptian army today opened fire on demonstrators who had staged a sit-in protest for the past six weeks.
They are demanding the reinstatement of President Mohamed Morsi, who was overthrown in a military coup last month.
At least 95 Egyptians have died in the bloodbath, as unrest swept the north African nation.
The body of a 12-year-old boy has been spotted amongst the victims.
A state of emergency has now been imposed by Egypt's government, which is to last a month.
Large parts of the country will also be subject to a curfew, between 7pm and 6am.

Wounded demonstrators lie on the floor of a make-shift hospital.

 

A poster of overthrown Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi lies burning on the ground.

 Politicians from around the world have spoken out against today's use of force by Egypt's army.

Foreign Secretary William Hague said: "I condemn the use of force in clearing protests and call on the security forces to act with restraint.

"Leaders on all sides must work to reduce the risk of further violence. Only then will it be possible to take vital steps towards dialogue and reconciliation."

A spokesman for US President Barack Obama also urged Egypt's military leaders to halt their violent crackdown.