The President of Mansoura University Receives Military and Strategic Experts Prior to Their Participation in the Symposium “The October War: An Epic for All Ages” at the Faculty of Arts

Prof. Cherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, received Major General Dr. Mahmoud Khalifa, Advisor to the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States for Military Affairs; Major General Dr. Tamer Mohamed Abu El-Fotouh, Deputy Director of the Military College of Management Sciences for Armed Forces Officers at the Ministry of Defense; and Major General Dr. Ibrahim Othman Moussa Helal, Strategic Expert and former Deputy Secretary-General of the National Defense Council at the Presidency of the Republic, prior to their participation in the symposium “The October War: An Epic for All Ages,” organized by the Faculty of Arts as part of the university’s celebrations of the 53rd anniversary of the glorious October victories.

 Also present at the reception were Prof. Mosaad Salama Mandour, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts; Prof. Ayman Wahbi Taher, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Karim Abdel-Ghani, Coordinator of Student Activities at the Faculty; Dr. Dalia Raslan, Symposium Coordinator; and Lieutenant Colonel Mahmoud Saad, Director of Military Education at the University.

 Prof. Cherif Khater welcomed the guests, expressing his appreciation for their participation in the seminar and emphasizing the importance of leveraging their expertise to familiarize students with the dimensions of the glorious October War and its military and strategic significance.

 The university president affirmed that the glorious October victories represent a turning point in national history, embodying the Egyptian people's ability to overcome challenges through willpower, planning, and collective action. He pointed to the importance of acquainting new generations with the realities of this epic and the lessons it holds in preparation, planning, and national unity.

 The university president explained that hosting military and strategic experts allows students to learn about the dimensions of the October War from those with experience, deepening their understanding of the sacrifices made by the men of the armed forces in defense of the homeland. He emphasized Mansoura University's commitment to organizing events that connect students to their country's history and strengthen their national awareness and sense of responsibility towards Egypt's present and future.

Prof. Mosaad Salama emphasized that organizing the seminar stems from the college's educational role and its commitment to familiarizing students with significant milestones in modern Egyptian history. It also provides them with the opportunity to listen to experts and specialists, learn about the military and strategic dimensions of the October War, and understand the lessons it offered in planning, willpower, and national unity.

 He added that direct interaction with experts allows students to understand historical events within their context, helps solidify their awareness of the sacrifices made by the nation's sons, and strengthens their sense of belonging and responsibility.

 During the seminar, Major General Dr. Tamer Abu El-Fotouh reviewed the dimensions of military preparation and strategic planning for the October War, highlighting the readiness, coordination, and integrated execution of tasks required by the battle. He explained the importance of learning from military experiences to understand the factors of success and confront challenges.

 Major General Dr. Mahmoud Khalifa addressed the national and strategic implications of the October victory, emphasizing the importance of unity between the people and their armed forces in achieving victory, and the role of national awareness in protecting the nation's resources and enhancing its ability to deal with regional changes and challenges. Major General Dr. Ibrahim Othman reviewed the lessons learned from the October War from both military and strategic perspectives, highlighting the importance of accurate assessment of situations, sound planning, and preparedness to face challenges. He emphasized the significance of studying and applying historical experiences to understanding national security issues.

 The seminar included discussions on the dimensions of the October War and its military and strategic implications, as well as the importance of drawing lessons from it to strengthen national awareness among young people.

 The seminar was attended by Prof. Dina Abu El-Ela, Vice Dean of the Faculty for Community Service and Environmental Development, department heads, faculty members, the Secretary General of the Faculty, the Student Welfare Department, and a number of students.

 At the conclusion of the seminar, the Faculty of Arts honored the guests in appreciation of their participation and contributions to enriching the discussions, sharing their expertise with the students, and introducing them to the dimensions of the glorious October War and its military and strategic lessons.