Minister of State for Military Production Mohamed el Assar deplored the terror attack that targeted El Boutroseya Coptic Orthodox Church this morning.

Assar stressed that this attempt will increase the unity and determination of the Egyptians to defeat terrorism and resist all terrorists.

Meanwhile, the minister extended condolences to the victims' families and the Egyptian people, noting that all Egyptians are ready to sacrifice their lives in order to defend the country.

At least 26 people were killed while 49 others were injured in an explosion that targeted the Boutrosiya Church which is adjacent to the St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Abbassiya in Cairo.

Source: MENA