Coptic pastor calls for dialogue in Egypt

A cultural forum in the Coptic Evangelical Authority has urged the Egyptian political scene to hold a "serious" dialogue to find a solution to the current crisis. The forum includes thousands of intellectuals, religious leaders, and Christian and Muslim clerics. Pastor Andre Zaki, Head of the Coptic Evangelical Authority, considered that a dialogue would be a necessity to ensure the country's security. He called all parties to show restrain and wisdom when treating the current crisis. A compromise must be reached to meet the Egyptian people's demands, said Zaki. Democratic principles must be respected, but the powers must be kept separated, he added.