(DW-European Journal: January 31, 2011)  Thousands are out on the streets of Cairo, day 7 of the protests, with many feeling that the army is on their side. European governments are caught in a balancing act, with many foreign leaders reluctant to take sides; the European Union has been criticized for being unclear and weak in its policies towards the region.

(DW-European Journal: January 31, 2011)  Thousands are out on the streets of Cairo, day 7 of the protests, with many feeling that the army is on their side. European governments are caught in a balancing act, with many foreign leaders reluctant to take sides; the European Union has been criticized for being unclear and weak in its policies towards the region.