In Egypt, a court today upheld the death sentences of 13 terrorists for attacks on security forces. A judicial official said, the defendants were charged with forming a local terrorist group named Ajnad Misr (Soldiers of Egypt). The group has claimed responsibility for lethal attacks on security forces in and around the capital Cairo.<br />''<br />''The accused found guilty of making and possessing explosive materials, bombs and firearms and of receiving training outside the country. Apart from the 13 death sentences, 17 defendants were handed life prison terms and nine to between five and 15 years in jail, while five were acquitted.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">Ajnad Misr claimed several deadly attacks against security forces and bombings outside key buildings such as the supreme court and the cabinet offices.</span><br />