The Egyptian President, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, announced that his presidency will conclude in 2030, stating that the issue of his departure is settled and will not be discussed. This comes as Egypt celebrates its 70th anniversary of independence from British rule.
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Egypt's Sisi says his presidency will end in 2030
17 October 2026 10:46 BST
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi said on Saturday that his presidential term would end in 2030 and that the question of his departure from office was “settled and will not be discussed”, reaffirming that Egypt's constitution would not be amended.
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