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<p>We assess there to be a high threat of terrorism in Egypt. To date this has largely
been focused against the Egyptian security services. The threat is highest in the
Governorate of North Sinai to which we advise against all travel due to the significant
level of criminal activity and fatal terrorist attacks on security services. We advise
against all but essential travel to parts of southern Sinai with the exception of
the Sharm El Sheikh area, which benefits from its geographical location and the enhanced
security measures provided by the Egyptian security services. We also advise against
all but essential travel to the area west of the Nile Valley and Delta Regions, excluding
Siwa, Fayoum and the coastal area. We continue to review regularly the security situation
when considering our travel advice for the country. During the recent visit of Egyptian
Foreign Minister Sameh Shukri to the UK, Ministers discussed the security situation
with him and reiterated the UK’s commitment to working with Egypt on countering terrorism,
including to tackle ISIL and the threat it poses in the region.</p>
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