VOICED : Cairo blasts strain Egypts bomb squad

The video discusses the life and death of Jeff, a bomb disposal expert in Cairo, who was killed while defusing a bomb. His death was claimed by the jihadist group Ashnod, which has been retaliating against the Egyptian government's crackdown on Islamist supporters. The video highlights the daily dangers faced by bomb disposal experts, especially in North Sinai, where the Islamic State group is active. It also covers the technological advancements in bomb disposal techniques and the ongoing efforts by the Egyptian government to combat Islamist militancy, despite a recent resurgence in bomb attacks.

What was the main reason for the jihadist group's attacks in Egypt?

• To promote tourism

• To support the current government

• In retaliation to a government crackdown

• To gain international recognition

What is a significant challenge faced by bomb disposal experts in North Sinai?

• Lack of equipment

• Frequent false alarms

• Limited manpower

• Insufficient training

How do bomb disposal experts in Cairo view the bombs they encounter compared to those in Iraq or Afghanistan?

• Completely harmless

• More sophisticated

• Equally dangerous

• Less sophisticated

What is one reason bomb makers are improving their techniques?

• To simplify the bomb-making process

• To increase the size of explosions

• To reduce costs

• To make detection by dogs more difficult

What has Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi vowed to do regarding militant groups?

• Ignore them

• Negotiate peace

• Support them

• Eradicate them