Egypt has played an integral role in helping to combat the region’s terrorist threat, but is facing a daunting terrorist challenge of its own, primarily in the lawless Sinai Peninsula where ISIS’ Sinai affiliate and other militant groups roam freely and execute frequent attacks against Egyptian military and security personnel.
Will Egypt’s Currency Reform Raise Risk of Revolt? | Allison McManus, Research Director, Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy
While they may not explain terrorism outright, economic factors do play a role in recruitment efforts, resources to sustain operations, and targeting decisions. Thus, the long-term effects of the economic crisis on Egypt’s security require a more nuanced consideration.
Opportunity for ISIS as Sinai Civilians Sour on Cairo | Rob Richer, Former Associate Deputy Director of Operations, CIA
"ISIS is increasing activities there because they are finding, particularly in the Sinai, that the Egyptian presence is not as strong as it used to be. ISIS has also received tribal support because the tribes in the Sinai have often felt that the Cairo government has abandoned them and hasn’t devoted resources to them."