Though violence has continued in Egypt, tourists have been gradually returning since the initial outbreak. Numbers are still dismal in comparison to the state of the industry in the year prior, but there is certainly encouraging news for those who depend on tourism to make a living.
The violence in Egypt is the result of Egyptian politics; as a result, tourists are not targeted- though it is still something to consider when thinking of visiting a country undergoing difficult political transitions.
Here is an article from travelweekly regarding the tourism situation in Egypt in more depth: http://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Tour-Operators/Egypt-tourism-recovery-continues/
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