Egyptian opposition politician Ahmed al-Tantawi has withdrawn from the presidential race, citing harassment and arrests by the authorities. Although he gained significant support after challenging current President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, Tantawi fell short of the required 25,000 endorsements needed to officially register his candidacy. He criticized the current president, stating that he is the root of the country's problems and lacks the desire or ability to address them. Tantawi's campaign alleged harassment and arrests by the authorities, with several members enduring physical assaults or being prevented from registering their endorsements.

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