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.
October 06, 1973
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historical
Historical context connecting the 1973 October War to subsequent territorial changes involving the Sinai Peninsula.
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.
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general
Characterization of law enforcement focus and systemic challenges affecting petty-crime enforcement in Egypt.
Sharm el-Sheikh is a Red Sea resort located on the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt.
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geographic
General geographic identification of Sharm el-Sheikh.