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Report: Irish siblings face attempted murder charges in Egypt

Four Irish siblings being held in Egypt are expected to find out whether they will be charged or released today.

Report: Irish siblings face attempted murder charges in Egypt

Thu, 29 Aug, 2013 - 18:12

Four Irish siblings being held in Egypt are expected to find out whether they will be charged or released today.

The three Halawa sisters and their 17-year-old brother were arrested two weeks ago after taking part in a protest calling for the re-instatement of former President Mohammed Morsi.

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