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What is 'regional turmoil'?

'Regional turmoil' refers to the instability and conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa. For Egypt, this includes challenges like the ongoing conflict in Libya to its west, the civil war in Sudan to its south, and the broader security concerns in the Red Sea and Gaza Strip. President Sisi mentioned this turmoil as a key reason for building the Octagon, aiming to bolster Egypt's military readiness.