Historical Events tagged with "Sinai"

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Crime & Law

Terrorist Bombings in Sinai Peninsula, Egypt

October 7th, 2004 20 years ago

Three bombs exploded in the popular resort areas of Taba and Nuweiba in the Sinai Peninsula, Egypt, resulting in the deaths of 34 people. The attacks, which targeted hotels filled with tourists, were attributed to extremist groups aiming to destabilize the region. This coordinated bombing spree also left over 100 others injured, prompting widespread condemnation and a heightened security response from Egyptian authorities.

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Military & Warfare

Israeli Invasion of the Sinai Peninsula Begins

October 29th, 1956 68 years ago

Israeli forces launched an invasion of the Sinai Peninsula, pushing back Egyptian troops as tensions escalated in the region. This military action was part of a larger conflict involving the nationalization of the Suez Canal by Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser. Israel sought to secure its borders and eliminate threats from neighboring Egypt. The invasion marked a significant military operation in the broader context of the Suez Crisis.

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