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President El-Sisi inaugurates State Strategic Command Headquarters in New Capital
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Egyptian President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi officially inaugurated the State Strategic Command Headquarters in the New Capital on Saturday, July 4, 2026. During the ceremony, President Sisi handed over the Armed Forces flag to the commander of the honor guard to be raised and signed a document marking the opening. He stated that the headquarters will serve as a monument for the people of Egypt, embodying the country's role in peace and stability, confronting challenges, and achieving aspirations through national unity and its armed forces. President El-Sisi added that the facility enhances combat capabilities and readiness to effectively face challenges, securing the country's objectives and resources. Minister of Defense and Military Production Lieutenant General Ashraf Salem Zaher also spoke, describing it as a "glorious day" and a "new era of wisdom and strength," highlighting the headquarters as an integral part of the state's command structure and a result of wise policy and courageous transition. The inauguration ceremony included a performance by the Military Symphony Orchestra. Aerial footage revealed the headquarters spans approximately 22,000 feddans around 92 square kilometers and is divided into 13 strategic and logistical zones, making it one of the largest defense and administrative complexes in the region.
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