As yet, authorities have not advised against travel to the area altogether, but they have told Australians to be extra vigilant.
"We advise you to exercise a high degree of caution in Egypt because of the high threat of terrorist attack. We continue to receive reports that terrorists are planning attacks against a range of targets, including places frequented by foreigners,” says Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Check: Latest travel advice for Egypt from the Australian and UK governments
According to the department, violent demonstrations have been taking place across Egypt since 25 January 2011, resulting in some deaths and many arrests.
“The situation remains unpredictable and may change quickly. Demonstrations could occur in any part of Egypt. Australians should avoid all demonstrations as they may turn violent. You should register your travel and contact details, so we can contact you in an emergency.”
Yesterday, travel operator On the Go Tours, which counts many Australian travellers on it’s Egypt tours, said in a press release they are following the events very closely. They added that all upcoming On the Go tours are scheduled to operate and all tours are currently continuing with their itineraries as planned, unaffected by the unrest.
"The safety of our clients is as always our highest concern, and we will continue to monitor the situation. All of our passengers currently in Egypt are safe and sound. Rest assured our passengers will not go anywhere near the violence and will be rerouted if and when necessary."
On the Go said they always follow the Travel Advice issued by government bodies like the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).
"We will not run a tour if the FCO advise against non-essential travel. Following the riots and demonstrations on 25 January 2011, the overall level of the advice has not changed and there are no travel restrictions in place in Egypt."
On The Go added that they will reassess the situation day by day and take the necessary steps to ensure the safety of all their Egypt travellers and that clients can check www.onthegotours.com for the latest information.
President Hosni Mubarak has imposed a curfew and ordered troops to back up police as they attempted to control tens of thousands of protesters in the streets of Cairo and other Egyptian cities, who are demanding that he be ousted.
Al Jazeera television has reported 1 death in a square in central Cairo. Dozens have been wounded by security forces firing rubber bullets, tear gas and water cannons at the crowds.
Watch: Live Al Jazeera TV coverage
Those protesting have reached breaking point due to levels of unemployment, poverty, corruption and a lack of freedom under Mubarak.
Watch footage from the clashes today, below:
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[ Source: Australian Times ]