Hosni Mubarak dead at 91 – Ex Egypt leader who ruled for 30 years until Arab Spring passes away

FORMER Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak has died aged 91, it’s been reported.

His family earlier said he underwent surgery at the weekend without giving further details.

He ruled Egypt for 30 years before he was forced to step down on February 11, 2011 as a result of the January 25 revolution.

Before becoming president, Mubarak was a commander in the Egyptian Air Force from 1972-1975. Mubarak assumed presidency following the assassination of former President Anwar Sadat, with whom he served as vice-president.

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