UK closes embassy in Cairo after security barriers removed
Summary
The British embassy in Cairo has temporarily closed after Egyptian authorities removed security barriers. This move followed incidents related to protests outside Egypt's embassy in London. The UK government continues to discuss security measures with Egypt.Key Facts
- The British embassy in Cairo closed temporarily after barriers outside were removed by Egyptian authorities.
- The barriers were in the Garden City district, and their removal was on Sunday.
- The embassy continues to function, but the main building is closed while the impact is assessed.
- The closure follows calls for a response to a protest incident outside Egypt's embassy in London.
- A pro-Egyptian government activist was arrested in London during a protest and later released.
- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty contacted the UK National Security Adviser to discuss the arrest.
- There have been calls in Egypt to remove barriers around the British embassy in Cairo.
- The UK Foreign Office has provided contact information for those needing help in Egypt but hasn't advised against travel to Cairo.
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