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This guide also has safety advice for regions of Egypt. There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times. UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack.
Find out more about the global threat from terrorism. Terrorism is a risk across Egypt, particularly in North Sinai. Attacks could be indiscriminate. Targets might include:. The authorities in Egypt have a significant security presence across the country, including armed security officers at important sites, critical infrastructure and road checkpoints. Extra measures are in place at tourist sites. There are frequent terrorist attacks in North Sinai.
Most attacks are in the north-east corner of the governorate between Al-Arish city and the border with Gaza. Most attacks in North Sinai are against the Egyptian government and military installations and personnel. However, terrorists have attacked civilians suspected of working with the authorities and local religious minority groups. There is a heightened threat of terrorism in and around religious sites and during religious festivals, such as the month of Ramadan and the Christmas period including Coptic Christmas in January.
Terrorists have attacked over local holiday weekends. The Egyptian Presidency website has a list of public holidays. Ongoing hostilities in the region and between Israel and Lebanon could escalate quickly and pose risks for the wider region.
