Egyptian forces in Sinai are searching for two Sudanese nationals said to be driving a truck laden with explosives. Egypt says that the Sudanese are planning to carry out a terror attack against a tourist site in Sinai. Police have set up roadblocks on main highways, and have sent out patrols on back roads. All cars are being checked thoroughly.

Israel has several times in the past warned citizens to stay out of Sinai and not to patronize tourist sites there because of the high security risks involved.