US issues warning to defer non-essential travel to Egypt(June 28, 2013)

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Source: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_egypt.html

Travel Warning
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Egypt
June 28, 2013

The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens traveling to or living in Egypt to defer non-essential travel to Egypt at this time due to the continuing possibility of political and social unrest. On June 28, 2013, the Department of State authorized the departure of a limited number of non-emergency employees and family members. U.S. citizens are urged to remain alert to local security developments and to be vigilant regarding their personal security. This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Alert issued for Egypt dated May 15, 2013.

On June 28, the Department of State authorized the departure of a limited number of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members from Egypt due to the ongoing political and social unrest...

 

[sharon sanders]

Re: US issues warning to defer non-essential travel to Egypt(June 28, 2013)

Egyptians Hoard Food as Protests Raise Concern of More Mayhem
By Mariam Fam & Tarek El-Tablawy - 2013-06-27T21:01:00Z

Ashraf Fouad has stuffed 30,000 Egyptian pounds ($4,300) in a wall safe in his Cairo apartment. Across town, Niven Mankarious has been stocking up on chicken, cheese and other food to last her family a month.


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[sharon sanders]

Re: US issues warning to defer non-essential travel to Egypt(June 28, 2013)

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• Still current at:
  29 June 2013
• Updated:
  29 June 2013
• Amendments to the Safety and Security Section

The <abbr title="Foreign and Commonwealth Office">FCO</abbr> advise against all travel to parts of the country.
The <abbr title="Foreign and Commonwealth Office">FCO</abbr> advise against all but essential travel to parts of the country.

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The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all travel to the Governorate of North Sinai due to the significant increase in criminal activity. See North Sinai.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to the Governorate of South Sinai, with the exception of (i) the Red Sea Resorts including those in the entire region of Sharm el Sheikh, Taba, Nuweiba and Dahab; (ii) the St Catherine?s Monastery World Heritage Site; (iii) road travel between the Red Sea resorts; (iv) road travel from the Red Sea resorts to St Catherine?s Monastery approaching from the east; and (v) transfers between the resorts and the airports of Taba and Sharm el Sheikh. See South Sinai and Road travel.
There is a high threat from terrorism. Although security is tight throughout the country, especially in resort areas, there remains a high risk of attacks which could be indiscriminate, including in public places frequented by foreigners. Following French military intervention in Mali, there is a threat of retaliatory attacks targeting Western interests in the region. See Terrorism.
Demonstrations happen regularly across Egypt, often on Fridays. Some have been violent and resulted in deaths. Police may use tear gas for crowd control. You should avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings. If you become aware of any nearby protests, leave the area immediately. See Political and security situation.
A series of large protests are planned for Cairo, Alexandria and other Egyptian cities from 25 June onwards. Exercise caution at potentially sensitive locations such as government buildings, police stations, security directorates, political party offices, military barracks, the vicinity of Tahrir Square, the presidential palace and the Mokkatam area in Cairo. Do not attempt to cross roadblocks erected by demonstrators, or the security forces. Monitor travel advice updates and the local media for further information.
You should avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings. If you become aware of any nearby protests, leave the area immediately.
The location and size of demonstrations will be difficult to monitor. You should consider carefully your movements around major cities in Egypt over the period of 27 to 30 June. See Political and security situation for further details of likely routes of marches
Around one million British nationals visit Egypt every year. Most visits are trouble-free. Most consular cases occur in Cairo and Sharm el-Sheikh. In 2012, the FCO handled 23 cases of sexual assault and 6 cases of rape in Egypt.
You should carry some form of photographic ID at all times. A copy of your passport is usually sufficient.
Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel.


https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt