“The European Union must be consistent with the principles it proclaims. Any partnership presupposes respect for fundamental rights, religious freedom, and European – and indeed world – cultural heritage
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“The authors of the query demand that the European Commission clarify whether these circumstances were taken into account during the recent positive assessment of Egypt and the decision to continue European funding for the country, and whether the actions of the Egyptian authorities are in compliance with international obligations on the protection of religious freedom.
“such actions violate European and international law