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Egypt looking for answers after 24 are killed in violence

With Egypt looking for answers as to what caused a clash between Coptic Christians and the Egyptian military, leaders called for quick probe into what led to the clash.

During Sunday worship at St. Antonius Coptic Church in Hayward, California, women sit on one side of the church, and men on the other.

In California, praying in a language rooted in ancient Egypt

Belief

Egypt struggling to find agreement on new constitution

Coptic Christians fearful for what an Islamist Egypt will mean for them

Lifestyle & Belief

Egyptian charged with blasphemy over tweeted image of Mickey, Minnie Mouse

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Egypt’s Coptic Christians Remain Fearful

Conflict & Justice

While Egypt’s new president, Mohammed Mursi, is being credited with reforms, a certain segment of the population is not at all happy: Coptic Christians. They accuse the government of not doing enough to protect their minority community.

The World

Coptic Christians in Egypt Fear for the Future Under Islamist Government

Global Politics

Coptic Christians in Egypt had a degree of protection during the reign of Hosni Mubarak, but now that Islamist parties dominate the new parliament, Egypt’s Copts are feeling increasingly vulnerable.

Egypt Businessman Faces Blasphemy Trial Over Mickey Mouse Cartoon

Conflict & Justice

One of Egypt’s richest men is to face trial for blasphemy after tweeting cartoons of Mickey and Minnie Mouse wearing conservative Muslim attire.

Coptic Christians Clash With Security Forces in Egypt

Conflict & Justice

About 25 people were killed and hundreds wounded at a rally of Coptic Christians in Cairo.

The World

Egypt’s dangerous lack of security

Conflict & Justice

Authorities in Egypt today increased security around churches. The move follows clashes there between Christians and Muslims. The World’s Matthew Bell reports that the potential for sectarian violence there is greater now because of lack of security.

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