Egypt's president warns against social media manipulation
Al-Sisi says state preservation is a 'red line' while addressing the Egypt Forum 2026.
At a glance
- Al-Sisi warned against attempts to destroy national memory and manipulate citizens via social media
- He stated that state preservation is a 'red line' that cannot be crossed
- The remarks were made at the Egypt Forum 2026 opening session on Monday
- He acknowledged that differing views are permissible within this framework
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned on Monday against attempts to undermine national memory and manipulate citizens through social media, according to state media. Speaking at the opening session of the Egypt Forum 2026, he stated that while differing opinions are acceptable, preserving the state constitutes an uncrossable boundary.
The president's comments reflect concerns about information campaigns targeting the country. He did not elaborate on specific incidents or provide details about the scale of alleged manipulation efforts.
Why it matters
Social media's role in shaping public opinion and national discourse has become a significant policy concern for governments across the region.
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