President
Abdel Fattah El-Sisi stated in a televised speech marking the 72nd anniversary
of the 23 July 1952 Revolution that Egypt will weather the current turbulent
times in the region and the world and continue on the path towards development.
In a recorded
speech, El-Sisi stressed that the turbulent regional and international
situation creates new challenges and complex conditions for Egypt and other
countries.
He also highlighted
the impact of growing tensions and confrontations worldwide and regional
conflicts, wars, and internal strife.
In addition, El-Sisi
pointed out how these conflicts led to the fragmentation of some countries and
the collapse of their institutions.
He also underlined
the catastrophic humanitarian conditions, widespread famine, and displacement
of millions of people across the region.
“These unprecedented
circumstances place enormous burdens on Egypt,” El-Sisi emphasized.
He affirmed,
however, that these circumstances can only be mitigated by Egyptians'
unwavering strength, resilience, unity, and cohesion.
El-Sisi said the
1952 Revolution anniversary brings back memories of “an event that changed the
course of Egyptian history and the region.” He added that the revolution
ushered in an era of “ending long colonization and establishing Egypt's real
independence and sovereignty.”
In addition, he said
Egyptians have drawn lessons from the July Revolution, including “rejecting any
attempts to compromise on national independence, safeguarding the dignity of
the nation and its citizens, and striving under all circumstances to enhance
social justice and protect the most vulnerable groups.”
He affirmed that
Egypt has preserved this role by playing active roles and assuming leading
positions in various international forums.
Furthermore, El-Sisi
highlighted that Egypt has preserved its land, sovereignty, and independence
and established peace based on justice and land restoration.
He added that Egypt
has nonetheless firmly and steadfastly held onto the rights and interests of
its brothers. In this regard, El-Sisi stressed Egypt’s role “in protecting the
Palestinian people’s just cause from liquidation and the sustained effort Egypt
devotes to supporting their legitimate right to an independent and sovereign
state.”
Source: Al-Ahram
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