Egypt halts anti-terrorist military operations in Sinai

Talks between Egyptian government representatives and leaders of Jihadist organizations in the peninsula apparently led to cease-fire; demolition of Gaza-Egypt tunnels continues, however.

By Avi Issacharoff | 10:21 28.08.12 |

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Egyptian media reported Tuesday that Egypt's military has ceased its activities in the Sinai Peninsula, after carrying out a three-week operation there.

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Egypt halts anti-terrorist military operations in Sinai

Talks between Egyptian government representatives and leaders of Jihadist organizations in the peninsula apparently led to cease-fire; demolition of Gaza-Egypt tunnels continues, however.

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