Egyptian PM Visits Qena

Egyptian Premier Essam Sharaf is visiting Qena as part of his investigations into the widespread protests sparked by the appointment of Emad Mikhail, a Copt, as governor of the area. More here.

New Coptic Orthodox Governor Suspended

After 11 days of protests by Muslims angry over the appointment of an Orthodox Christian, Emad Mikhail, as governor of the Qena Governorate the Egyptian government has suspended the new governor for 3 months while it looks into the reasons for the protests. More here.