Germany warns citizens against traveling to Egypt's Sinai February 27, 2014 - 14:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Germany is warning its citizens against traveling to Egypt's Sinai in a further blow to tourism in the region, the Associated Press reports. The travel warning comes just over a week after a bus bombing near the town of Taba killed three tourists and the driver, raising fears that Islamic militants are stepping up attacks to hurt Egypt's tourism industry. The Foreign Ministry issued the travel warning late Wednesday, Feb 26, urging tourists to avoid all parts of the peninsula, including Red Sea resorts. It says tourists already there should contact their travel agent to organize an early return. Germany is a top source of tourists for Egypt, and its Red Sea coast is a popular destination for German tourists seeking sunshine during Europe's winter months. Tourism accounted for 11 percent of Egypt's GDP until recently. Related links:   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Ucom General Director joins High-Tech Development Panel Discussion  The discussion was titled "The Role of International Corporations and Investors as Catalysts for Development of High-Tech Ecosystem."Dozens detained as antigovernment protest continue in Armenia At least 63 people demanding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation were detained on May 14 as they blocked streets in Yerevan.Armenian army holding strategic command, staff drills Live firing will be carried out using automatic control systems and modern equipment.Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. |
