By AFPMore by this AuthorCAIROEgypt tightened security outside churches as Coptic Christians prepared for a subdued Easter mass on Saturday days after suicide bombers killed scores of people in two churches north of the capital. The heightened security procedures include preventing cars from parking in streets adjacent to churches, according to the officials. Coptic Pope Tawadros II will lead Easter mass in Cairo's Saint Mark's Cathedral, while the church said celebrations this year would be scaled back. OVERCOME PAINIn Egypt, Copts break a 55-day fast abstaining from all animal products following Saturday's mass. One Copt who gave his name only as John said he will attend Easter mass despite the threat of attacks.

Source: Daily Nation April 15, 2017 11:15 UTC