Sinai Peninsula

US Citizen Dies in Egyptian Custody

Fears for westerners mount in restive north African country as American dies in his cell, British citizen arrested.

Egypt Closes Rafiah Crossing Yet Again

Egypt closes the Rafiah crossing with Gaza, cites concern for "the security of Palestinian citizens."

Sinai: Terrorists Target Egyptian Police Convoy

Roadside bomb hits Egyptian Police convoy, as operation to root-out Islamist radicals continues.

Sinai Terror Group Claims Failed Attempt on Minister's Life

Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai claims responsibility for a failed assassination attempt that targeted Egypt’s interior minister.

Egypt Arrests Al-Qaeda Head in Sinai

Muhammad Ibrahim, commander of an Al-Qaeda-linked group in the Sinai peninsula, arrested in ambush by security forces.

Egypt: US Citizen Arrested for 'Breaking Curfew'

Egyptian sources claim arrested man is a retired US armed forces officer.

Hamas to Egypt: Reopen the Border Crossing

Gaza’s terrorist rulers urge Egypt to reopen the border crossing that was closed after a terror attack on Egyptian security personnel.

Egypt Denies There Was an Israeli Airstrike in Sinai

"There is no truth whatsoever" that Israel attacked in the Sinai, says a spokesman for the Egyptian army.

5 Killed in Alleged Israeli Airstrike in Sinai

Several Egyptian terrorists killed in an air strike in the Sinai allegedly carried out by Israel.

Egyptian Army Launches Operation ‘Desert Storm’

The Egyptian Army renews efforts to bring lawless Sinai region under control.

Hamas: Egypt Hurting Our Income by Closing Smuggling Tunnels

The Hamas terrorist group is upset with Egypt over its actions to shut down the smuggling tunnels between the Sinai and Gaza.

First Time Since 6-Day War: Egypt Helicopter Over Gaza

One Egyptian army officer died and five soldiers were wounded Wednesday in ongoing battles with Islamist terrorists in Sinai

Israeli UAV Crashes Near Border with Egypt

An Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle crashed on Sunday evening near the border with Egypt, due to a technical difficulty.

PA Arab Arrested in Connection with Sinai Pipeline Explosion

Egyptian security officials arrested a PA Arab man in connection to a bomb blast which targeted a gas pipeline in Sinai.

Gunmen Attack in Sinai, Two Killed

Two people killed as gunmen attack a security checkpoint in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Latest Sinai Violence

Egyptian soldier killed by unidentified gunmen in the northern Sinai town of El-Arish.

Egyptian Army Announces Sinai Operation

Senior Egyptian Army official announces major operation in Sinai Desert, after another terror attack on the natural gas pipeline.

Egypt’s Gas Pipeline Comes Under Attack

Once again, Jordan's natural gas supply has been interrupted by terrorism on the pipeline in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.

Sinai Jihadist Group Says it Fired Rockets on Eilat

A Sinai-based jihadist group has claimed that it fired rockets on Thursday towards the Red Sea resort city of Eilat.

Gunmen Attack Sinai Airport, Military Checkpoints

At least one dead as Islamist gunmen open fire on the El Arish airport and at three military checkpoints.

Egypt's Military Boosts Presence in the Sinai

Hamas says Egypt's military has boosted its presence in the Sinai Peninsula. Israel says move was coordinated with it.

Sinai on High Alert, Al Qaeda Sets Up Base

The Egyptian government has declared a high alert in Sinai following a high level of Al Qaeda terrorist activity in the region.

Morsi Rejects Negotiations with Bedouin Kidnappers

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi bars negotiations with the kidnappers of three policemen and four soldiers.

Egyptian Police Shut Passage to Israel

Egyptian police closed a commercial passage with Israel on Sunday in support protest over officers' abduction.

Sinai Bedouin Hint: We Were Better Off Under Israel

Sinai Bedouin blame interior ministry for kidnappings in the region and say: We've already paid a price for Israel returning the land.

Egypt Marks 31 Years since Return of Sinai

Public servants get day off as Egypt marks a national holiday marking the return of Sinai in peace accord.

Jihad Terror Group Claims 'Credit' for Eilat Rocket Attack

A Salafi Muslim jihadist group has claimed responsibility for Wednesday morning’s rocket attack on the Israeli resort city of Eilat.

Hamas: Israel Placed Spying Devices in Smuggled Weapons

Hamas refused to accept a missile shipment from Libya, claiming it included Israeli spying and tracking devices.

Israeli Detained in Egypt Photographed Security Equipment

Egyptian officials say that 24-year-old Andrei Pashnichikov photographed security equipment in the Sinai.

Egyptian Army Thwarts Rocket Smuggling to Gaza

Armed forces in the Sinai foiled an attempt to smuggle 17 rockets to Gaza.

Egypt Warns Police of Jihad Ops in Southern Sinai

Egypt's Interior Ministry has raised the alert for security forces in southern Sinai over possible jihadist operations in the area.

Morsi Adviser Calls to Change Israel Peace Treaty

Egyptian presidential adviser Mohammed Ismat Seif Al-Dawla has called to urgently change the peace treaty signed in 1979 with Israel.

Sinai: Gunmen Seize Egyptian Army Vehicle

Unidentified gunmen seized a vehicle belonging to the Egyptian army in Arish, North Sinai. Negotiations with them are ongoing.

21 Egyptian Security Troops Killed in Sinai

At least 21 Egyptian security officers were killed in Sinai early Monday in an apparent motor vehicle accident.

Morsi Meets Coptic Christians in Sinai

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi meets with Coptic families who fled from the town of Rafiah after receiving death threats.

Egypt's PM Denies Copts Fled Homes in Sinai

Egypt’s PM Qandil denies Copts had fled their homes in Sinai, as officials and residents say the Christians received death threats.

IDF Chief of Staff: 'Our Enemies Increasing Efforts to Hurt Us'

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Benny Gantz told a memorial gathering Monday that Israel's enemies are trying harder than ever before to attack.

Egypt Warns Israel Over Sinai

A senior Egyptian military official who has refused to be named has accused Israel of attempting to provoke Egypt.

Israel Rejects Amendments to Peace Treaty with Egypt

Israel has rejected the idea of any modification to its 1979 peace treaty with Egypt.

Shehata is New Egyptian Chief of Intelligence

Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi on Wednesday appointed Maj.-Gen. Mohamed Ra'afat Shehata as his new chief of intelligence.

Egypt On High Alert in Sinai

Egyptian security services announce state of high alert in Sinai after receiving information about possible attacks on local officers.

Egyptian Soldier Killed in Sinai Peninsula

An Egyptian soldier was killed on Sunday during clashes with armed Islamists in the Sinai Peninsula, says army spokesman.

Global Jihadist Terror Attack on Egyptian Security HQ in Sinai

Three Egyptian security officers were wounded Sunday in an attack by jihadists on Egyptian government headquarters in northern Sinai.

Terrorists Storm International Peacekeeping Base in Sinai

At least 3 hurt as dozens of armed Muslims storm the international peacekeeping force base in the Sinai Peninsula.

Barak Looking at Closing Sinai Border During Hot Alerts

Barak looking at the possibility of a law which would allow security officials to close Israel’s border with the Sinai Peninsula.

Report: Sinai Man Killed for Cooperating with Israel

A severed head found near Egypt's border with Israel may belong to man who cooperated with Israel, security officials say.

Egyptian Source: Sinai Operation Coordinated with Israel

An Egyptian military source says the operation in the Sinai Peninsula is well-coordinated with Israel, despite suggestions otherwise.

Egypt to Dedicate Budget to Development of Sinai

Egypt’s Defense Minister promises to dedicate money for the development of the Sinai, asks local tribal leaders to hand in weapons.

Game changer?

Egyptian Anti-Aircraft Missiles Reported in Sinai

Anti-aircraft missiles can only be intended for Israel's jets, because Sinai terrorists don't have aircraft.

Morsi 'to Make Changes in Camp David Accords'

Egyptian strongman intends to change agreement to enable Egypt to achieve "full sovereignty in Sinai."

Egyptian Forces Kill 7 Terrorists in Sinai Peninsula

Seven terrorists have been killed by Egyptian soldiers following raids on hideouts in a northern Sinai village.

Report: 3 Egyptian Police Officers Killed in Sinai Chase

Three Egyptian police officers were killed early Sunday in a high speed chase after “armed criminals” in the Sinai Peninsula.

Report: IDF Arresting Illegal Aliens in Sinai

Washington Post reports that the IDF is operating in Sinai to catch African infiltrators. IDF clarifies: All the activities are legal.

Cabinet Allows Egyptian Helicopters in Sinai

Israeli Cabinet votes to approve an Egyptian request to send in five helicopters to the Sinai Peninsula.

Egypt Sends Helicopter Gunships to Hunt Jihad Terrorists

Egypt “locks the barn door” after the chickens escape, sends helicopters to search for jihad terrorists. Hamas: Israel behind the attack.

IDF Knew Sinai Attack Was Imminent, Prevented Disaster

Israeli intelligence prevented a catastrophe by forewarning soldiers of Sunday night’s terrorist attack, which was foiled at the border.

2 Terrorists Dead in IAF Air Strike

Two terrorists were reportedly killed Sunday in an air strike on Gaza by the Israel Air Force, according to local sources.

Sinai Travel Warning Prompted by Al-Qaeda Member's Release

The Counter-Terrorism Bureau’s warning against travelling to Sinai prompted by the release of an Al-Qaeda man from a Gaza prison.

Israelis Warned to Leave Sinai Now

Counter-Terrorism Bureau issues a serious warning against travelling to the Sinai Peninsula.

Al-Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Egypt Pipeline Attacks

A branch of the Al-Qaeda terror group based in Sinai claims responsibility for the repeated attacks on the pipeline carrying gas to Israel.