Photos: Egypt's defense minister stresses armed forces' peak combat readiness amid regional challenges

CAIRO – 3 November 2024: Minister of Defense and Military Production Abdel Meguid Saqr has underscored the critical importance of maintaining the highest levels of combat preparedness within the Armed Forces to safeguard Egypt's security amidst the ongoing regional challenges.

During his inspection of the combat training system for one of the formations of the Second Field Army, Saqr reiterated to the army personnel the imperative of prioritizing rigorous and practical training, as well as the upkeep of weapons and equipment, said Armed Forces Spokesman Gharib Abdel Hafez in a Sunday statement.

 

He conveyed President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's greetings to the personnel during his visit to monitor the progress of the fighters' training process.

The minister visited various specialized training fields, engaging with the fighters to discuss their task execution methods based on their respective specializations.

Saqr commended the demonstrated high level of combat efficiency in the personnel of the formation, which proves their capability to carry out the assigned tasks with skill.

 

Furthermore, Saqr emphasized the General Command's commitment to the continuous enhancement of combat training plans and programs founded on meticulously studied scientific principles.

Accompanying the minister during his tour were several Armed Forces commanders.