Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi used a national celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday on Wednesday to reassure citizens that the state remains alert to threats and determined to safeguard stability. Speaking before senior officials, religious leaders and lawmakers at a ceremony in Cairo, President Sisi said the state was aware of "what is unfolding around us and what is being plotted against us" and would respond to challenges with "well-studied measures." He emphasised that the country would rely on "God's help, the resilience of our people, and our own capabilities" to ensure security across the nation. "No matter how evil manifests or what forms it takes, Egypt — by God's will — will remain a land of security, peace and dignity," the president told the gathering, which also included Quran recitations, poetry and awards for scholars and a truck driver honoured posthumously for saving lives during a fuel fire. The president's remarks come at a moment when regional turbulence and economic pressures have heightened public concern over Egypt's stability. By linking the Prophet's birthday commemoration with a message of vigilance, President Sisi underscored his government's effort to project resilience and unity in the face of ongoing challenges. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
