People trapped as 13-storey building gives way in Egypt

A 13-storey apartment building has collapsed in the Egyptian coastal city of Alexandria, police officials say.
According to eyewitnesses, speaking to local media on Monday, several people are trapped beneath the rubble, including residents and customers of a supermarket located in the building.

The block is mainly used to house holidaymakers in the city during the summer months. Rescue teams are on site to remove the rubble and determine whether there are people trapped under it.