A videotape shows Mariana Zaki announcing her conversion to Islam and denying claims that she was kidnapped. Mariana, now Mariam Mohamed Ahmed, claims that she decided to convert without outside pressure from anyone. She requested Copts remain calm about the subject and asked president Husnī Mubārak and Grand Shaykh of The Azhar to guarantee her safety.
Key Words: Mariana Zaki - Ismailia - Abbasia Cathedral - The Azhar - Husnī Mubārak - Grand Sheikh of The Azhar - Al-Kantara - Mariam Mohamed Ahmed