In pictures: Egypt clashes

Police in Alexandria, Egypt, have had to intervene to break up clashes between Muslims and Coptic Christians.

The clashes followed the funeral of a 78-year-old man killed in one of three knife attacks on churches in the city on Friday.

At least 15 people were injured and four vehicles burned out in the violence.

Relatives mourn the victim, Nushi Atta Girgis, whose funeral attracted 3,000 people.

The Saints Church, the site of one attack. Copts have accused the government of failing to protect them.

Christians make up 10% of the Egyptian population and have often complained of harassment and discrimination.

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