In an armed attack on a bus carrying Coptic Christians in southern Cairo that occurred on Friday morning, at least 24 people were killed. 27 others were injured in the attack. The attack on the bus took place on Friday, June 25. According to Khaled Muqdad, the spokesperson for the Egyptian Ministry of Health, the injured have been transferred to the hospital. In this context, the German news agency reported, citing a security official, that the bus was heading towards the Monastery of Saint Samuel when it was attacked. The newspaper Al-Ahram reported that most of those present on the bus were children. Coptic Christians make up about 10% of Egypt's 90 million population. In recent years, Christians in Egypt have been the target of several attacks by jihadist Islamist groups, particularly the Islamic State (ISIS). In these attacks, dozens of Coptic Christians have been killed and injured. Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the President of Egypt, has emphasized the protection of Coptic Christians in the country and declared a state of emergency in response to attacks against this religious minority.
Attack on Bus Carrying Christians in Egypt Leaves at Least 24 Dead
An armed attack on a bus carrying Coptic Christians in Egypt resulted in at least 24 deaths and numerous injuries. The attack highlights ongoing violence against religious minorities in Egypt, particularly by jihadist groups. This incident raises concerns about the safety of Coptic Christians and the effectiveness of government protections.
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📰 What Happened
An armed attack on a bus carrying Coptic Christians in southern Cairo resulted in at least 24 deaths and 27 injuries. The bus was en route to a religious site when it was ambushed.
- The attack occurred on June 25, targeting a bus of Coptic Christians, many of whom were children.
- Coptic Christians make up about 10% of Egypt's population and have faced increasing violence from jihadist groups.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Coptic Christians have faced systemic discrimination and violence in Egypt, particularly from extremist groups. The Egyptian government has pledged to protect them but faces challenges in ensuring their safety.
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