Let's keep our finger crossed that the Copts can celebrate their Christmas without any attacks on their group.
23 December 2013 Last updated at 10:54 ET
Lives of fear for Egypt's Christians
As Coptic Christians in Egypt prepare to celebrate their Christmas on 7 January, they are still waiting for scores of churches destroyed in August to be rebuilt. Christians - who account for an estimated 10% of Egypt's population of 92 million - have long been easy targets. And for some families this Christmas is a time to mourn, reports the BBC's Orla Guerin in Cairo.
Mariam Ashraf was so excited about going to the wedding that she did not wait for help from her mother.
The seven year old dressed herself. She chose fluffy red boots, a black skirt with white embroidery, and a pink top.
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23 December 2013 Last updated at 10:54 ET
Lives of fear for Egypt's Christians
As Coptic Christians in Egypt prepare to celebrate their Christmas on 7 January, they are still waiting for scores of churches destroyed in August to be rebuilt. Christians - who account for an estimated 10% of Egypt's population of 92 million - have long been easy targets. And for some families this Christmas is a time to mourn, reports the BBC's Orla Guerin in Cairo.
Mariam Ashraf was so excited about going to the wedding that she did not wait for help from her mother.
The seven year old dressed herself. She chose fluffy red boots, a black skirt with white embroidery, and a pink top.
Continue reading at:
BBC News - Lives of fear for Egypt's Christians