Rebel group Tamarod and opposition coalition group the National Salvation Front have released a joint statement Wednesday offering their condolences to the victims of Tuesday's violence at Cairo University and appealing to the armed forces to protect citizens from further “brute” attacks. On Tuesday, anti and pro-Morsi supporters clashed in Giza leaving at least 18 dead. The statement also asked the armed forces to fulfill its national duty and ensure the stability and security of the nation against those who “terrorise and threaten” its peaceful people. The statement also said that those who accuse the army's protection of Egyptians as an attempt at a military coup are just “tittle tattles who do not understand the danger of the situation.” The statement comes after the 48-hour deadline given by the military is due to end.