Will Mubarak ever face criminal charges?

Egyptian protesters demonstrate renewed anger about the lack of punishment for deposed Egyptian leader Hosni Mubarak

In his first statement since his February ouster, former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak says he is being unfairly attacked with corruption charges.
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Ousted Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak spoke publicly on Sunday for the first time since being forced from power two months ago. In a five-minute audiotape aired on the Al-Arabiya satellite television network, Mubarak defended his legacy and said he would cooperate with prosecutors looking into allegations that he has hidden vast sums of embezzled money in foreign accounts. Here, a guide to the accusations:

What are the allegations against Mubarak?

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