Egypt Legalizes 191 More Churches, Bringing Total to 3,804 Since 2016

Egypt Legalizes 191 More Churches, Bringing Total to 3,804 Since 2016

Egypt has granted official legal recognition to 191 churches and church-affiliated facilities belonging to various Christian denominations. The decision was approved through an executive order issued on May 19 after a cabinet session led by Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouli. The measure represents the 30th round of approvals issued by the government committee.

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