FCO updates Egypt advice following further deaths
At least 40 people were killed in the Egyptian capital Cairo yesterday in protests at the ousting of the former president, prompting the UK Foreign Office (FCO) to update its travel advice for the country.
While its underlying advice remains unchanged, it warned that further demonstrations in Cairo and elsewhere in Egypt were expected following Monday’s incident, which also left more than 300 people injured.
"In view of the continued unrest and ongoing evolving political situation in Egypt, the FCO recommends against all but essential travel to Egypt except for resorts on the Red Sea in South Sinai and those resorts on the Egyptian mainland in Red Sea governorate," it said.
"Further demonstrations are likely, and there is a risk of violence. Demonstrations often happen on Fridays. The atmosphere of these demonstrations can change quickly and without warning.
"More than forty rapes and sexual assaults of Egyptian and foreign women were reported at demonstrations on 30 June.
"A US citizen was killed in demonstrations in Alexandria on Friday 28 June. Press reports suggest that he was stabbed after being seen to be filming the demonstration. Some press reporting suggests that some of those demonstrating in Tahrir Square and elsewhere are hostile and suspicious of any foreigners present. 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."
Some UK tour operators have cancelled cruises and tours in Egypt until later in the year, but they are continuing to sell holidays to the Red Sea resorts which remain outside the FCO’s travel ban.
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