Arab media outlets have reported that Egyptian security forces arrested three Palestinians who attempted to attack sensitive facilities in the Sinai Peninsula. They also arrested a Palestinian youth who was involved in the attack on the Jordan bound pipeline last week.
The arrests are part of a large operation in the peninsula intended to fight terrorist currently active in Sinai, specifically focusing jihadist strongholds. Sky news has reported F-16s and helicopters are involved in the operation. (Roi Kais)