Egypt announced the deployment of forces to the Sinai Peninsula early on September 21st, 2025, stating the move is to secure its border against risks including terrorism and smuggling, according to a statement from Egypt's State Information Bureau. The State Information Bureau affirmed that Egypt's actions are in line with prior coordination concerning the Peace Treaty, to which Cairo is committed. The statement also reiterated Egypt's "complete refusal to expanding military operations in Gaza and the evacuation of the Palestinians from their lands." This deployment comes amid ongoing regional tensions and follows reports of Hamas security forces threatening civilians in the central Gaza Strip over checks on fleeing Hamas terrorists.
