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Saturday, 23 July, 2005, 21:57 GMT 22:57 UK
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In pictures: Egypt blasts
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At least 88 people died in bomb attacks on a market and two hotels in the Egyptian resort of Sharm al-Sheikh.
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At least two of the explosions were caused by car bombs, with devastating effects.
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The Old Market bomb is thought to have killed Egyptian workers gathered at a street cafe.
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Several vehicles were also damaged in the blast.
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The blast scattered debris and sent flaming wreckage into the sea.
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The attackers struck at the height of the tourist season and on a national holiday.
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Witnesses spoke of hysteria and panic in the aftermath of the attacks.
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Police checked the scene of the hotel bombings for clues.
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Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak cut short a holiday to visit the scene of the bombings.
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Most of those who died were Egyptian nationals, although foreigners were among the victims.
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Some tourists shaken by the attacks have packed their bags and are heading home.
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