Latest in Tag: Sinai Highlight
Latest in Tag: Sinai

Egypt’s counter-terrorism continues, as army neutralises 23 militants in Sinai
Egyptian Armed Forces thwart attack on military checkpoint in Sinai

Al-Sisi meets Supreme Council of Armed Forces to look into Sinai attack
US, EU, UK, Turkey, Russia, and Arab countries condemn attack

Egypt unearths headquarters of mining expedition leader in Sinai during Middle Kingdom
Archaeological, scientific evidence shows building was exploited during Roman era

Al-Sisi inaugurates Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel II, several development projects in Sinai
Ahmed Hamdi Tunnel connects Africa to Asia, expected to double investments in Sinai

Jurist of IS terrorist group in Sinai turns himself in to Egyptian Military Intelligence
Several leaders of Sinai branch of IS were killed by Egyptian Army or turned themselves in, which reflected success of army’s ongoing operations, says statement

Government follows up on St. Catherine tourism projects in Sinai
Meeting discusses procedures to activate ecotourism, preserve biological diversity in Sinai

Egyptian hospitals in Sinai on alert amid Israeli aggression on Gaza
Over 304 Palestinians have been wounded in Israeli strikes on Gaza

Nuweiba: Egypt’s paradise of serenity
Nuweiba, 476km from Cairo, is a perfect fit for someone who is travelling on a budget. In the area between Nuweiba and Taba lies Ras Shitan, where you can find modest beach camps along the shore. These camps are beacons of simplicity, only having the bear minimum in terms of luxury, yet they provide the ultimate experience if you just want to relax on the beach with a book and tan, live an underwater diving fantasy in the Red Sea, or explore a hiking trail with breath-taking views

Al-Sisi directs completing electricity projects in Sinai on time
Al-Sisi’s remarks came during his meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mohamed Shaker, and Adviser to President for Urban Planning Amir Sayed Ahmed.

Egypt’s Al-Sisi directs for continued comprehensive development in Sinai
Ministerial meeting reviews executive position of agricultural land reclamation project in Sinai

Egypt eyes development of technical education system with focus on Sinai: Madbouly
Egypt set to establish its first complex for technical education in Sinai

EEHC to issue tender for electricity production units transfer to Sinai’s Al-Arish
Company would save $130m by transferring these units, which will take place this month, instead of purchasing new ones

Defence Minister reviews security efforts against terrorism in Sinai
The ministerial review took place to monitor the command’s security procedures to eliminate terrorism and achieve security in the Sinai Peninsula.

The sacred geography of Sinai (Part II)
As with many of his peers Henry Field’s voyage to Egypt in 1883 focuses on religious topography rather than the rich geography

Egypt implements Sinai, Suez electricity network to improve energy services
Electricity sector investments will see four control centres constructed to support Sinai, Suez Canal electricity network

Opinion| Sinai’s sacred geography gets Biblical treatment
European travellers of yore tended to focus less on observing surroundings but using religious texts for guidance

Untouched natural splendours and wildlife at Nabq Protected Area
Hidden gem gives visitors view of Egypt’s natural and wildlife wonders whilst also experiencing Bedouin life first hand

Egypt close to defeating terrorism completely in Sinai: army spokesperson
Sinai residents are main supporters of Armed Forces’ fight against terrorism, says El-Rafaie

Army neutralises 126 terrorists in several Sinai operations
Security forces also eliminate 18 militants in Bir El-Abd shootout after terrorist attack: Interior Ministry

Water, Agriculture Ministers discuss Sinai irrigation system implementation
Ministers agree to set timetable to finalise counting, legalising encroachments on state land in Sinai

Family quarantined following COVID-19 infections in Sinai’s El Tur
Egypt’s total coronavirus cases up to 4,534 with 1,176 recoveries: Health Ministry

Sinai Hotels opens Nuweiba Club Resort in South Sinai
El Tarabishy said that only 30% of the hotel’s total area has been developed, adding that Al Bawaba intends to develop the rest of the area within five years with Sinai Hotels.

Egypt combats terrorist attack in Sinai, kills 10 terrorists
Due to fire exchange with the terrorists, the Egyptian forces managed to kill 10 of them and destroyed a four-wheel-drive vehicle, which was used in the attack.

Cold weather in Cairo, Delta, Sinai
EMA warned of heavy morning smog in some regions, estimating the movement of winds to be moderate.

Al-Sisi inaugurates several national projects in Suez Canal
During a speech, Al-Sisi affirmed that the state is currently focusing on the health and education sectors, adding that the state facilitated 300,000 operations under the initiative to end the waiting lists in one year, at a cost of more than EGP 2bn.

Al-Sisi directs further development in Sinai
President held a meeting with top state officials to discuss development projects in the peninsula

Egypt’s army kills 83 suspected Islamist militants in Sinai Operation
‘An officer, two soldiers were killed and injured,’ says military spokesperson

118 militants killed in military operations in North and Central Sinai
Our nation’s goal has to be eliminating terrorism, Al-Sisi said after mourning the military personnel who were killed in action

Terrorism trial of 555 members of IS affiliated ‘Sinai Province’ postponed
Group unveils identity of 3 Palestinian militants in new video

Egypt reopened Rafah border crossing after 2 days closure
The source added that additional staff were provided on Egypt’s end to speed up procedures and facilitate the passage of passengers in both directions. This is in addition to providing a larger number of vehicles to transport them between the two sides.