Egypt's Minister of Defence and Military Production Mohamed Zaki said on Thursday that the Armed Forces are capable of deterring anyone who would undermine the security of Egypt. In a meeting with army officers who were recently appointed to senior military posts, Zaki said that defending the homeland and protecting its national security is a sacred mission that requires constant combat readiness and building a force that is able to face challenges. The minister conveyed to the officers greetings from President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, who congratulated them on their new positions. The meeting was attended by top military brass.