The Copts are an ethnoreligious group native to Northeast Africa, primarily concentrated in Egypt, with smaller communities in Sudan, Libya, and the diaspora. They are followers of Christianity, specifically adhering to the Coptic Orthodox Church, which traces its origins back to the Apostle Mark and is centered in Alexandria, Egypt. The Copts are the largest Christian group in Egypt and the Middle East, comprising around 5-15% of Egypt’s population. Historically, the term “Copt” referred to all Egyptians, but over time, it became synonymous with Egyptian Christians, particularly after the Muslim conquest of Egypt in the 7th century. The Copts’ religious and cultural identity has been shaped by both their ancient…