The competent authorities removed the security barriers from the vicinity of the British Embassy building in Cairo, while calm prevailed around the embassy in the Garden City area.
The British Embassy in Cairo announced on Sunday the closure of its main building after the Egyptian authorities removed the security barriers surrounding it, pending a review of the implications of these changes.
The embassy confirmed in a statement that emergency consular assistance services will remain available by calling 0020 2 2791 6000. It noted that for pre-booked consular appointments, the same number should be used in advance to obtain the necessary instructions regarding entry to the embassy.
The British Embassy urged its citizens to follow the latest updates on its official website dedicated to travel advice and guidance.
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