Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Tuesday led the so-called Martyr’s and Veterans Day in Cairo where homage was paid to those who died in their country’s cause and recognised the families they had left behind.
President Sisi in his capacity as Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, attended the 41st Cultural Symposium organised by the armed forces to mark celebrations of Martyrs’ and Veterans’ Day.
It was held under the title “Noble People”, at Al-Manara International Conference Center, in New Cairo and drew senior state officials, armed forces commanders and police, as well as the families of martyrs from these two security institutions.
Spokesman for the Presidency, Mohamed El-Shennawy said that the symposium featured a number of segments and documentary films showcasing the heroism of the armed forces throughout its history which played a huge role in reshaping modern Egyptian history.
President El-Sisi also honoured a number of martyrs’ families and veterans injured in combat.
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