Elements of the Third Field Army forces started to secure churches in Suez during the holy week of Baskha. Military spokesman said such procedures continue till the Easter celebrations are over.

Copts in Egypt have celebrated Palm Sunday today by holding palms in the church which symbolizes receiving Jesus Christ in Jerusalem.

Suez Military Court decided to postpone the trial of 199 accused of attacking public and private properties as well as burning a number of churches in Suez.