Pope Shenouda, 71 archbishops support Mubarak's nomination

Pope Shenouda Patriarch of Alexandria and 71 archbishops signed a support document for Egypt's President Hosni Mubarak's nomination for a new term as president.

Meantime, The Election Commission under Counselor Mamdouh Marie has announced that applications will be received from all candidates until August 4, then eligible candidates will be declared later on.