Putin greets Sisi on 1952 Revolution anniversary, urges continuing building up cooperation with Egypt

CAIRO – 23 July 2021: Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory telegram to his Egyptian counterpart, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, as Egypt celebrates the 69th anniversary of the 23rd of July Revolution.

“Dear friend, please accept sincere congratulations on the occasion of the 69th anniversary of the July revolution of 1952,” Putin wrote in the telegram.

“Russia highly values relations with Egypt, developing in the spirit of strategic partnership,” he added.

“I am sure that we will continue to build up constructive bilateral dialogue, cooperation in various fields, and cooperation in addressing current international problems - for the benefit of our peoples, for the sake of strengthening stability and security in the Middle East and North Africa.”

“I sincerely wish you good health and success, and to all citizens of friendly Egypt - peace, prosperity and prosperity,” Putin noted.

The Egyptian July 23 Revolution took place on 23 July, 1952 by the Free Officers Movement, a group of army officers led by Mohamed Naguib and Gamal Abdel Nasser, who later became presidents.

The revolution overthrew King Farouk’s regime and abolished monarchy.