Egypt's President Calls For Unity After Church Bombing -- BBC
President Hosni Mubarak has urged Egypt's Muslims and Christians to stand united against terrorism after a bombing outside a church in Alexandria.
At least 21 people were killed and 70 hurt in the suspected suicide attack, which happened during a New Year's Eve service at the al-Qiddissin Church.
In a rare televised address, Mr Mubarak said it bore the hallmark of "foreign hands" seeking to destabilise Egypt.
Several hundred Christians later clashed nearby with Muslims and police.
US President Barack Obama condemned "this barbaric and heinous act" and said those behind it must be brought to justice.
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