Cairo: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi sent a delegate on Saturday, 3/1/2026, to convey Christmas greetings to the Seventh-day Adventist sect. The President delegated Police Major General Hassan Salah El-Din Ziyour to greet the Seventh-day Adventist sect and also attend the Christmas celebrations.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the delegation was part of an effort by President Sisi to engage with different religious communities within the country. The Seventh-day Adventist sect, which observes Christmas in early January according to their calendar, received the envoy as part of their celebrations.

President Sisi's decision to delegate a representative underscores the government's initiative to promote religious harmony and mutual respect among various religious groups in Egypt. The presence of Police Major General Hassan Salah El-Din Ziyour highlighted the importance of the event, reflecting the administration's commitment to acknowledging and participating in religious and cultural occasions.

The visit by the delegate was well-received by members of the Seventh-day Adventist sect, who appreciated the gesture as a sign of inclusivity and recognition by the Egyptian government. The Christmas celebration proceeded with a sense of unity, emphasizing the importance of peaceful coexistence among Egypt's diverse religious communities.