Unidentified militants detonated Sunday an improvised explosive device (IED) in front of Coptic Orthodox Church of St. Mary Gerges in Zagazig, Sharqia province. No casualties have been reported. Bomb disposal officers were deployed to the explosion scene to scan the area for potential threats. Security officers stated that the militants planted a time bomb under one of the private cars which was parked in front of the church. No claims have been made for the explosion.