Violations of Freedom of Religious Belief and Expression of The Christian Minority

The Egyptian Constitution proclaims Islam the state religion, but also guarantees to all citizens freedom of belief and freedom to practice religious rites. The Egyptian government's obligations under international law further require that the follower of any faith be afforded freedom of religion, including the freedom “either individually or in community with others and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in worship, observance, practice and teaching.” This report shows that Egyptians do not all have equal enjoyment of these rights.

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