Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi Live Blog

In the latest development, about 3,000 people, who were pardoned by the military rulers coinciding with the anniversary, have now walked out of Tora prison located on the outskirts of Cairo.

In an apparent attempt to appease reformist demands, the military council has in recent days pardoned people convicted in military courts since Mubarak was toppled.

Egypt's military ruler has declared the date of the start of the popular uprising that toppled longtime leader Hosni Mubarak as a national holiday.

Thousands of Egyptians took to the streets January 25 last year to demand an end to Mubarak's near 30 year-rule, as well as reforms, freedoms and an end to corruption.

State media announced the decision Wednesday by Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi, whose military council took power after the 18-day uprising.

The beginning of the revolt coincided with a holiday honoring Mubarak's widely-hated police force.

Activists are calling for renewed protests January 25 against the military rulers, accusing them of perpetuating Mubarak's repressive tactics.

At least 100 protesters have died in clashes with security forces since Mubarak's ouster.

People are beginning to gather in Tahrir Square following Friday prayers - once again, calling for an end to military rule.
 
The slogan in the Square is "wake up Tantawi, today is your last day".

Al Jazeera's Sherine Tadros reports from Tahrir Square, Egypt.

Field Marshal Hussein Tantawi, head of the military council, announced that lower council of parliament would convene on Jan. 23, two days before the first anniversary of the uprising that toppled Mubarak.