Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi has confirmed his re-election bid for elections scheduled for December. The presidential election will take place over three days between December 10 to 12, with a runoff on January 8 to 10 if needed. El-Sissi is the clear favorite, with no serious challenge from other candidates. Supporters praised his efforts and the significant changes that have occurred under his leadership. El-Sissi has been in power since 2014 after leading the military overthrow of an elected Islamist president in 2013.

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