PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian government has strongly condemned the attack on Coptic Christians in Egypt yesterday which killed 28 people and injured 23 others.
In a statement issued by the Foreign Affairs ministry, the government also expressed its deepest condolences to the victims of the attacks, and their families.
Meanwhile, the Malaysian embassy in Cairo has confirmed that no Malaysian citizen was affected by the incident. The Ministry said it will continue to monitor developments through the embassy.
Malaysians in Egypt have been reminded to be vigilant at all times and are urged to contact the Cairo embassy at +2 02 3761 0013, +2 012 0027 6388, or through email at mwcairo@kln.gov.my, should they need assistance.