The Battle for the Liberation of the Land in Sinai is considered one of the greatest chapters in modern Egyptian history. Egypt fought a heroic war to reclaim every inch of its occupied territory, paying with the pure blood and noble souls of its brave sons. The battle for liberation was not only fought with weapons; it was followed by a diplomatic struggle that resulted in the raising of the Egyptian flag over the entirety of Sinai on April 25, 1982, marking the beginning of the battle for development and reconstruction.
After Egypt regained its land, the state directed its strong will towards the reconstruction of Sinai, initiating infrastructure projects such as roads, electricity, and water, paving the way for comprehensive development plans. Reconstruction efforts varied between land reclamation, establishing urban communities, creating industrial zones, and revitalizing tourism.
Because security is only complete with development, the Egyptian state recognized that the stability of Sinai is contingent upon providing decent living opportunities for its people, leading to the launch of national initiatives and giant development projects.
The battle for the liberation of the land was an epic tale of love for the homeland, and the battle for its development through knowledge and hard work is a continuation of this love in the form of giving and effort. Sinai will remain a symbol of heroism and loyalty, and a testament to the Egyptians' ability to turn challenges into achievements written in letters of light in the annals of history.