"Egypt's Sisi Secures Controversial Third Term as President"

Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has been elected for a third term as president of Egypt, winning 89.6% of the vote in an election where he faced no serious challengers. The election, held amid a slow-burning economic crisis and the Israel-Gaza conflict, was criticized for alleged violations of electoral rules. Many Egyptians expressed indifference, viewing the outcome as predetermined. Sisi, who has described the war in Gaza as Egypt's primary challenge, claimed the vote was a rejection of the conflict. Critics argue that Sisi used state apparatus and security agencies to prevent serious contenders from running. Despite economic challenges and growing criticism, Sisi's governing structure is unlikely to change, with repression of dissent acting as a deterrent against unrest.