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Iraq opens new Coptic cathedral in Baghdad welcoming diaspora Christians to return safely

"The opening of the Cathedral of the Virgin Mary, St. Paul, and St. Anthony for the Copts in Baghdad holds great symbolic significance, as it is the first of its kind in Iraq," Hammadi said.

Christians attend a service at the Coptic Orthodox Patriarchate Church during a mass for "World Peace", where all Christian denominations gathered to pray for an end to the war in the Middle East, in Baghdad on April 16, 2026.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam speaks during a declaration press event held along with French President Emmanuel Macron (not pictured) following their meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris, France, April 21, 2026.

Egyptian analyst slams Lebanese leaders, warns of country’s political, social destruction

The second-largest monastic cluster in Christian monastic history.

Vast desert complex reveals how early Christians lived together

Ancient Coptic city found.

From Pagan Temples to Coptic Prayers: New Discovery Sheds Light on Early Christianity in Egypt


Egyptian government legalizes 293 churches, reinforcing religious inclusivity

Under Article 8 of Law No. 80, which governs the construction and restoration of churches in Egypt, the government continues to support religious institutions by aligning them with legal standards.

Egyptian Coptic Pope Tawadros II receives President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the new Coptic Cathedral east of Cairo, Egypt

Coptic Christians singing on Cairo Metro spark controversy

A viral video of a Coptic choir singing on the Metro in Cairo caused controversy over public expressions of faith and religious intolerance in Egypt.

Egyptians gather in front of a Coptic church that was bombed on Sunday in Tanta, Egypt, April 9, 2017

Archaeologists find early Christian monks' living quarters, churches, in Egypt

As described by the research team, the markings and symbols found at the site have Coptic connotations.

A Coptic church in Egypt [Illustrative]

Coptic Christians in Egypt say they can’t get justice

An Egyptian court has acquitted three Muslim men accused of assaulting a Coptic Christian grandmother, in a case that has highlighted the sectarian tensions in the country.

Restoration work on a Coptic Christian church in Cairo

Copts conduct Easter baptism ceremony at Qasr al-Yahud

Qasr al-Yahud is under the authority of the Civil Administration.

Coptic Easter baptism ceremony

Sisi’s Ecumenical Sunday

From Coptic Christmas to mosque dedication

IN EGYPT, the standalone spires adjacent to churches – such as Nativity of the Christ Cathedral (pictured) – are called lighthouses.

Fight between police and Coptic monks outside Church of the Holy Sepulchre

The monks were reportedly protesting the municipality's refusal to allow them the authority to oversee the repair work themselves.

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City

WATCH: Egyptian Coptic Christians celebrate Christmas in new cathedral

Islamist militants have claimed several attacks on Egypt's large Christian minority in recent years.

Egyptian Coptic Pope Tawadros II receives President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the new Coptic Cathedral east of Cairo, Egypt

Egypt security forces kill 3 suspected militants, arrest 10 others

Security forces confiscated a variety of explosive devices, automatic weapons and other items.

An Egyptian military vehicle is seen on the highway in northern Sinai, Egypt, May 25, 2015.

Gunmen attack Coptic Christian church near Cairo, killing at least nine

Islamist militants have claimed several attacks on Egypt's large Christian minority in recent years.

A priest reacts at the site of attack on a church in the Helwan district south of Cairo, Egypt December 29, 2017.