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The Israeli military has ordered the closure of Eilat airport until further notice, citing security concerns.
"Due to security assessments, the Israeli army has instructed Eilat airport to cancel all departures and arrivals," a military spokeswoman said.
She gave no further details.
It comes amid concern about increased Islamist militant activity in neighbouring Sinai since Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi was ousted in early July.
Eilat airport is a major tourist destination, bringing holidaymakers to resorts on the Red Sea.
"Due to security assessments, the Israeli army has instructed Eilat airport to cancel all departures and arrivals," a military spokeswoman said.
She gave no further details.
It comes amid concern about increased Islamist militant activity in neighbouring Sinai since Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi was ousted in early July.
Eilat airport is a major tourist destination, bringing holidaymakers to resorts on the Red Sea.