Army continues strikes against perpetrators of Sinai mosque attack

CAIRO - 25 November 2017: The law enforcement forces continued their operations to hunt down elements involved in the brutal terrorist attack that targeted worshipers in Bir al Abd of North Sinai, the Armed Forces said in a Saturday statement.

According to intelligence information and in cooperation with Sinai residents, the Air Force has destroyed over the past hours several hotbeds used by terrorists as bases to launch their attacks, it added.

The hotbeds included firearms, ammunition and explosives, read the statement.

The statement indicated that the law enforcement troops, in cooperation with the air force, are combing the area to capture the rest of the attackers.

The attack, which occurred during Friday prayers, left 235 dead and scores others injured.