The likelihood of incumbent Abdel Fattah el-Sisi securing a third term in the presidency is high despite the severe economic crisis Egypt is currently facing. Egyptians are participating in a presidential election overshadowed by the neighboring Gaza conflict and economic difficulties. There are reports of heavy voter turnout at polling stations in central Cairo amid tight security. Voting will continue until Tuesday, with the official results set to be announced on December 18. The current financial crisis in Egypt, characterized by high inflation and widespread poverty, is a major concern for voters. Despite the economic and social challenges, el-Sisi, an ex-military leader, has managed to eliminate any significant opposition through a decade-long crackdown on dissent. Many of the other presidential candidates are relatively unknown to the public, leaving el-Sisi in a dominant position. He has previously won overwhelming victories in the 2014 and 2018 elections and has now altered the constitution to allow for a third consecutive term in office. Despite having support from some for restoring calm after the 2011 uprising, el-Sisi’s economic policies have led to public discontent and a rise in national debt.