Post-Attack Security Upgraded in Sharm

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Doc Intrepid

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Measures are being taken to upgrade the physical security of the area surrounding Sharm El-Sheikh in the wake of an attack earlier in 2005:
http://www.arabnews.com/?page=4&section=0&article=71892&d=18&m=10&y=2005

Its not clear how much actual risk reduction will occur as a result of the access control measures, however, attempts to control vehicular access are unlikely to make the area LESS safe.
 

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