Abdel Fattah al-Sisi

Abdel Fattah al-Sisi is the current President of Egypt. He is newsworthy due to a recent invitation from US President Donald Trump to join a proposed "Board of Peace" overseeing the post-war governance of Gaza. This board, also including Turkiye's Erdogan, aims to supervise the temporary administration of Gaza following a fragile ceasefire established in October. Sisi's potential involvement highlights Egypt's significant role in regional politics and its proximity to the Gaza Strip, making it a key player in any post-conflict arrangements. His participation could influence the stability and future of the region, given Egypt's historical involvement in mediating Israeli-Palestinian conflicts and its control over the Rafah border crossing.