Third Field Army units carried out raids on terror gatherings in central Sinai and Mount Helal, military spokesman Mohamed Samir said.

The operation led to the elimination of 13 extremely dangerous terrorists during a fire-exchange, Samir said.

Also, 30 explosive charges were seized and destroyed along with 50 anti-tank mines, he said.

An explosives depot containing 35 bags of gunpowder (1,750 kg) and 100 plastic barrels filled with explosive materials, five bags of ammonium nitrate, ten explosive circuits, 14 grenades, six wireless devices, an automated rifle and ammunition was seized.

Source ; MENA