{"id":91760,"date":"2026-07-08T12:18:14","date_gmt":"2026-07-08T09:18:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/copticocc.org\/?p=91760"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:18:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T09:18:14","slug":"english-his-grace-anba-ermia-congratulates-president-abdel-fattah-el-sisi-on-the-occasion-of-the-opening-of-the-octagon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/copticocc.org\/en\/english-his-grace-anba-ermia-congratulates-president-abdel-fattah-el-sisi-on-the-occasion-of-the-opening-of-the-octagon\/","title":{"rendered":"His Grace Anba Ermia congratulates President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on the occasion of the opening of The Octagon"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">I am profoundly pleased with the tangible achievements our beloved homeland, Egypt, has attained in strengthening its military and security capabilities under the wise leadership of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces (may God protect him).<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">On the occasion of the inauguration of the Egyptian State\u2019s New Strategic Command Headquarters, &#8220;The Octagon,&#8221; I extend my warmest congratulations to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the valiant men and women of the Armed Forces, and the noble people of Egypt on this remarkable national landmark. This monumental achievement reflects Egypt\u2019s enduring role as a force for peace and stability while enhancing its capacity to confront regional and international challenges.<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Strong nations are built upon knowledge, hard work, and dedication. Safeguarding their security and stability can only be achieved through diligence, perseverance, and sincere commitment.<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The inauguration of &#8220;The Octagon&#8221;\u2014the State\u2019s Strategic Command Headquarters\u2014on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the New Administrative Capital reflects the Egyptian state&#8217;s commitment to modernizing its institutions in accordance with the latest advanced technological systems. This achievement further strengthens Egypt\u2019s standing both regionally and internationally while safeguarding its national resources and capabilities. Building a strong and prudent national defense remains one of the fundamental pillars for preserving peace and stability.<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">May God protect Egypt\u2014its leadership, Armed Forces, and people\u2014shield it from all harm and adversity, preserve for it the blessings of security and peace, and continue to guide its leaders and citizens toward all that is good and prosperous.<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Bishop Ermia<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">General Bishop<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Head of the Coptic Orthodox Cultural Center<\/span><\/strong><br \/>\n<strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Assistant Secretary-General of the Egyptian Family House<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-91757 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2011\" height=\"1299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e.jpg 2011w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-1024x661.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-768x496.jpg 768w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-1536x992.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-750x484.jpg 750w, https:\/\/copticocc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/\u0627\u0644\u0623\u0648\u0643\u062a\u0627\u062c\u0648\u0646-e-1140x736.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2011px) 100vw, 2011px\" \/><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I am profoundly pleased with the tangible achievements our beloved homeland, Egypt, has attained in strengthening its military and security capabilities under the wise leadership of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces (may God protect him). 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