“I am deeply concerned by the news about the sometimes deadly clashes between Christians and Muslims. The Egyptian Government is called upon to prevent further clashes and protect the right to freedom of religious practice.
At the same time, it is a hopeful signal that Christians and Muslims want to demonstrate together for peace and reconciliation in Tahrir Square – the place where Christians and Muslims prayed together during the revolution.
We have great trust in the Egyptian democracy movement, which in the past weeks has been characterized by tolerance and freedom from violence.”