The perception of the mountain as a notorious hideout for terrorists began in 2004 after the 2004 Sinai bombings . Between 2004-5 , the Egyptian Armed Forces conducted months-long security operations here . In 2012 , the Egyptian Armed Forces launched " Operation Eagle " in another attempt to root out militants hiding on the mountain after the August 2012 Sinai attack
2004 Sinai bombings
2004 Sinai bombings
Mount Helal