The field marshal is widely expected to become president of Egypt, the most populous Arab nation. BBC
Egypt's El-Sisi Bids Military Farewell, Says He Will Run For Presidency -- Ahram Online
Announcement on state-run TV confirms months of speculation regarding the former army chief's presidential hopes
Field Marshal Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi resigned from the military on Wednesday, announcing that he is determined to run in the upcoming presidential elections, slated to begin 30 March.
“Today is the last time you’ll see me wearing this [military] uniform. I was honored to wear it to defend the nation and today I am also leaving it behind to defend the nation,” said El-Sisi, stressing that he has been a member of the armed forces for over 45 years.
The last few years in Egypt have proved “that no one could be president without the people’s will,” he said.
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