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EGYPT: Tovima: 29th May 2025:
Egypt Court Decision Threatens Historic Mt. Sinai Monastery - Athens Expresses Concern ...
The monastery, founded in the 6th century is the oldest Christian monastery still in use. Its walls and buildings are of great significance to studies of Byzantine architecture, and the monastery houses outstanding collections of early Christian manuscripts and icons. Read more