In pictures: Egypt protests, day six

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The anti-government revolt in Egypt is raging for a sixth day, with protesters demanding an end to President Hosni Mubarak's 30-year rule.

Army soldiers drive an armoured personnel carrier slowly through throngs of anti-government protesters in Tahrir Square

In the capital Cairo, demonstrators blocked a column of large battle tanks that tried to enter the central Tahrir Square where tens of thousands of people had gathered.

An Egyptian Army officer sympathising with protesters is carried by a crowd in Cairo. Photo: 30 January 2011

At one point, an army officer was carried aloft on the shoulders of the cheering protesters, who are hoping that the army will side with them.

Volunteers guard goods confiscated from looters in Cairo. Photo: 30 January 2011

With no sign of riot police on Cairo's streets anymore, there are growing fears that the capital is descending into chaos. Here, volunteers armed with clubs guard goods confiscated from looters.

Volunteers and an army soldier detain a suspected looter in Cairo. Photo: 30 January 2011

Cairo residents have formed neighbourhood watch teams to try to stop armed gangs and thieves roaming the city.

People pray in Cairo's Tahrir Square. Photo: 30 January 2011

Amid the street protests, people prayed together. Prayers were said for the victims of clashes with riot police. At least 100 people have reportedly died across the country since rallies began on Tuesday.