I think you’re right. When this is over- one way or another- the army is the only institution that can keep order. They need to try and maintain apparent neutrality...
I’ve been truly impressed by the army- their discipline is professional and very tough to keep under these circumstances.
Per BBC- loudspeaker requesting people to go home.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-12307698
Live coverage on BBC right now- open rock-throwing between two sides.