"Egypt's Presidential Polls: El-Sisi's Third Term Victory Amidst Economic Crisis and Gaza War"

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Source: Al Jazeera English
"Egypt's Presidential Polls: El-Sisi's Third Term Victory Amidst Economic Crisis and Gaza War"
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TL;DR

Egyptians are voting in a presidential election overshadowed by the economic crisis and the war in Gaza. Incumbent Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is expected to secure a third term despite the severe economic challenges facing the country. The economy is a top concern for voters, with high inflation and poverty rates. El-Sisi's crackdown on dissent has eliminated serious opposition, and the other candidates are relatively unknown. El-Sisi's economic reforms, including devaluation of the currency and megaprojects, have led to surging prices and discontent among the public.

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