Egypt gun attack: Church stormed in Helwan province

ISIL has claimed responsibility for an attack on a Coptic church and a Christian-owned shop in Egypt. At least 9 people were killed and five others wounded in the shooting on Friday, just south of the capital, Cairo.

ISIL has claimed responsibility for an attack on a Coptic church and a Christian-owned shop in Egypt.

At least 9 people were killed and five others wounded in the shooting on Friday, just south of the capital, Cairo.

The suspected gunman was injured before being arrested by police.

US President Donald Trump offered his condolences, saying he stands united with Egypt against terrorism.

Al Jazeera’s Charlotte Bellis has more.