43 killed and 100 wounded in bomb attacks on churches in Egypt

At least 43 people have been killed and about 100 more wounded when bombs exploded at two Coptic churches in two Egyptian cities, in attacks claimed by Islamic State.

43 killed and 100 wounded in bomb attacks on churches in Egypt

At least 43 people have been killed and about 100 more wounded when bombs exploded at two Coptic churches in two Egyptian cities, in attacks claimed by Islamic State.

In the first attack, a bomb went off inside St George's Church in the Nile Delta city of Tanta, killing at least 27 people and wounding 78, officials said.

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