Egypt

The Gaza Strip has a population of more than 2 million; during the Gaza war many residents were repeatedly displaced and large numbers were concentrated in tent encampments in southern Gaza near the border with Egypt.

Egypt and Qatar serve as mediators in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas, shuttling between the parties to facilitate talks.

Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey have served as mediators in indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

A 2023 report from CAPMAS (Egypt's official national statistics agency) indicated the average monthly salary for public and private sector employees in Egypt was about 5,005 Egyptian pounds, equivalent to less than $160 U.S. dollars.

The Oct. 6, 1973 war between Egypt and Israel (commonly known as the October War) is historically linked to the process that resulted in Egypt regaining control of the Sinai Peninsula.

Indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas have been mediated by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt.

Security experts assess that tourists in Egypt are more likely to encounter scams, harassment, and petty theft (including pickpocketing in crowded markets, taxi overcharging and aggressive sales tactics) than violent crimes such as armed robbery or assault.

Analyses and expert commentary note that Egyptian security forces prioritize deterring larger threats such as terrorism (notably risks in the Sinai Peninsula), and that factors including corruption, bureaucracy and low pay can limit accountability and contribute to inconsistent enforcement against petty crime, with small bribes sometimes used to expedite processes.

Sharm el-Sheikh is a Red Sea resort located on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt.

Ceasefire and conflict-resolution talks related to Gaza frequently involve multiple international mediators and participants, including regional states and their officials (for example Qatar, Turkey, and Egypt), international actors such as the United States, and negotiating teams representing both Israeli and Palestinian parties.