It has been reported that at least 13 people have lost their lives and 40 more are injured after an explosion at a church in Egypt.

According to Sky News, the incident took place at St George Church, which houses a large Christian community in Tanta.

It has been confirmed that at least 13 people died in the blast and 42 others were wounded.

Reuters: at least 13 people have been killed and 42 others have been injured in an explosion inside a church in Tanta in Egypt

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The explosion coincided with Palm Sunday, yet no immediate claim of responsibility has been made.

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