Russian Embassy in Cairo Marks 80th Victory Day Celebrations

The Russian Embassy in Cairo celebrated the 80th anniversary of Victory Day with a formal event at the Russian Cultural Center, attended by Russian Ambassador Georgy Borisenko, alongside ambassadors from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, and Serbia. The event reflected the depth of historical memory shared by Russia and its international partners, and emphasized cultural diplomacy through remembrance.

Also in attendance were notable Egyptian figures and representatives of Egyptian-Russian cooperation, including Dr. Ibrahim Kamel, President of the Egyptian-Russian Friendship Association; Ambassador Ezzat Saad, Director of the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs; Counselor Adly Hussein, former Governor of Qalyubia; Arseny Matyushenko, Acting Director of Russian Cultural Centers in Egypt; Sherif Gad, President of the Egyptian Association of Graduates of Russian and Soviet Universities; and faculty from Ain Shams and Luxor universities specializing in Russian language and literature.

In his remarks, Ambassador Borisenko hailed the anniversary as a solemn tribute to the Soviet Union’s decisive role in defeating Nazi Germany, highlighting that the Soviet people sacrificed over 27 million lives. He drew a parallel between the World War II struggle and Russia’s current military operations in Ukraine, which he framed as a continuation of the fight against what he described as the resurgence of Nazism in Europe. He also expressed deep appreciation to Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi for attending the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow, where Egyptian military personnel participated in the parade at Red Square.

The celebration in Cairo featured moving cultural performances by students from the Russian School and the Russian House, including patriotic songs and a theatrical presentation depicting the wartime suffering of Soviet children. A special photo exhibition titled "Immortality Belongs to You" showcased portraits of World War II veterans, including family members of current staff at the Russian Embassy and the Russian House in Cairo. Among them was the grandfather of Ambassador Borisenko himself, offering a deeply personal tribute to the generation that resisted fascism and defended global freedom.