International reaction to the Egyptian military’s brutal and deadly crackdown on Muslim Brotherhood protesters has been largely negative, with most nations calling for an end to he violence.

US Secretary of State John Kerry said, “Today's events are deplorable and they run counter to Egyptian aspirations for peace, inclusion and genuine democracy.  Egyptians inside and outside of the government need to take a step back.  They need to calm the situation and avoid further loss of life.”

The US announced no immediate change in policy or support towards Egypt.

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon condemned the crackdown on the Muslim Brotherhood. 

“In the aftermath of today's violence, the secretary-general urges all Egyptians to concentrate their efforts on promoting genuinely inclusive reconciliation,” Ban said through a spokesman.

The European Union, France, and the UK all urged restraint, while Germany's foreign minister urged supporters of Egypt's interim government as well as supporters of deposed president Mohammen Morsi to renounce violence.

“We call on all political forces to return immediately to negotiations and avert an escalation of violence,” Guido Westerwelle said, “All further bloodshed must be prevented.”