A popular Israeli tourist resort was hit by a rocket attack this morning. The Red Sea destination of Eilat, hosting the European Triathlon Championships later this month, was already on high alert because of the upcoming Jewish Passover holiday starting this weekend. No-one was hurt in the attack, with police believing the missile was launched by Islamic militants from Egypt's Sinai Peninsula. Remnants: The Red Sea destination of Eilat was already on high alert because of the upcoming Passover holiday which starts on Saturday Many overseas tourists are already in the area, and it is due to welcome more than 4,000 athletes for the gruelling cycle-swim-run event which starts on April 19.
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Eilat hit by missile 'fired from Egypt's Sinai Peninsula' this morning
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Resort set to host European Triathlon Championships later this month
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No-one injured in attack police believe carried out by Islamic militants
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