Russian, Belarusian Embassies Mark Victory Day in Cairo

In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Victory Day, the Russian and Belarusian embassies in Cairo, in collaboration with the Cultural Development Fund, hosted a screening of the iconic Russian film "Come and See", directed by Elem Klimov.

The screening took place at the Hanager Cinema in the Opera House complex, marking a poignant moment in the celebration of the historic day.

The event was attended by several notable figures, including Russian Ambassador Georgiy Borisienko, Belarusian Ambassador Sergey Terentiev, Russian Embassy Minister-Counselor Yuri Matveev, and Dr. Ibrahim Kamel, President of the Egyptian-Russian Friendship Association.

Also present were Ambassador Ezzat Saad, former Egyptian Ambassador to Moscow and Vice President of the Friendship Association, Asya Torchiva, Cultural Counselor at the Russian Embassy, Arseniy Matyushenko, Acting Director of Russian Cultural Centres in Egypt, and Sherif Gad, President of the Egyptian Alumni Association for Russian and Soviet Universities.

During the event, Ambassador Borisienko emphasized the significance of the celebrations, stating that the Victory Day commemoration holds even greater meaning when carried out in collaboration with Egyptian friends.

He expressed gratitude to the Egyptian Ministry of Culture for hosting the event and highlighted the historical bond between Russia and Egypt, united in their fight against fascism during World War II.

Belarusian Ambassador Sergey Terentiev explained that "Come and See", a film produced 40 years ago, was chosen for its unflinching portrayal of the brutalities of fascism and the suffering endured by the Belarusian people.

He noted that one in every three Belarusians perished during the war, underlining the intense impact of these events on the nation. Terentiev emphasized the importance of remembering these hardships, as it is essential for current generations to understand the immense pain faced by their ancestors in the pursuit of peace.

The event also featured an exhibition of World War II posters, providing a visual glimpse into the harrowing realities of the war and further enhancing the day’s reflections.