In February 2018, Egyptian security forces launched a nationwide operation against fighters, mainly focused on the North Sinai region.
Bishii Febraayo ee sanadkii2018, ciidamada nabadgelyadu dalka Masar ayaa waxaa ay bilaabeen hawlgal qaran oo ka dhan ah xagjiriinta, oo diiradda lagu saarayay Waqooyiga Siinaay.